Last Updated: Aug 10, 2026
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Car Accident Lawyer
According to crash data released by the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) in 2016, some 94% of all severe accidents were due to human error during vehicle operation. Drivers can face a number of situations that may result in making the wrong decision when behind the wheel of a vehicle. While there are a number of complications that still need to be sorted out before drivers allow their cars to fully take over; there have been many technological advancements that might help reduce the risk of an accident. If you have been the unfortunate victim of a car accident at the hands of a driver who may be held responsible, contact an attorney for their assessment of your case and guidance should legal action need to be taken.
Human Errors That Cause Accidents
Humans are flawed. There are various factors that may result in an accident. However, only a small percentage of these factors do not involve the person driving the car, as a car accident lawyer, can explain. A high percentage of accidents are the result of human errors such as:
- Distracted Driving (cell phone use, choosing music, operating navigation, eating, reaching for something)
- Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol
- Misjudgement of Spatial Surroundings
- Breaking Driving Laws
- Failure to Perform Necessary Vehicle Maintenance
If you have fallen victim to an accident at the hands of another driver, you may want to speak with an attorney. You may be able to hold the other driver liable for the damages you have suffered as a result.
Advancement in Motor Vehicle Technology
Advancements in car technologies may actually help to reduce the risk of an accident occurring. Many vehicles come equipped with safety features and technology that help drivers from succumbing to common errors made:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Automatic Collision Brake Systems
- Lane Assist
- Park Assist
- Steering Assist
Although cars on the market today are not fully automated, they do offer a variety of options that can take some of the pressure off of driving. Driving a car equipped with this type of technology helps drivers to avoid accidents, and they can take some of the stress out of driving.
Flaws in Autonomous Vehicles
Many of us looking to the future may imagine getting behind the wheel of a motor vehicle and letting the car do the driving. This may be further away than some might think. Self driving or fully autonomous vehicles pose a number of problems, according to tech sources. One of the most significant barriers involves the ability to keep up with the many software updates that may be needed. Look at the number of updates that are required for a cell phone. It just may be too unrealistic to expect a self driving car to be able to predict all of the unpredictabilities that come up when driving a car.
Sometimes, the unexpected can occur, especially when behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. Poor driving conditions, unpredictable drivers and many other factors make it difficult to produce an autonomous vehicle that can respond when faced with the number of unknowns on the road. Although a driver may never be able to sit back and allow a car to completely take control of the driving, some motor vehicle advancements may be able to help reduce the risk faced by drivers. If you have fallen victim to a car accident, the aftermath can be completely devastating. Contact a car accident lawyer to learn more about how they may be able to help you should legal action be necessary.
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