Texas Highway Accident Lawyer

Causes Of Highway Accidents

Many highway accidents involve vehicles operated by irresponsible drivers. Often, the problems are caused by:

• Drivers who are speeding and not paying proper attention to the road
• Distracted drivers who are texting, talking on the phone, accessing the internet, eating or multitasking behind the wheel
• Tailgating by drivers who fail to leave enough room to brake safely in stop-and-go traffic
• Drivers who are drunk or under the influence of illegal substances or prescription drugs
• Motorists who pass other vehicles or change lanes recklessly
• Truck drivers who are tired and inattentive
• Drivers who fail to see motorcyclists on the road

The Four-Second Rule

Failure to adhere to the “four-second rule” leads to multiple-car pileups. Safety authorities recommend allowing yourself four seconds to be able to stop behind the vehicle in front of you. Experts say that it takes approximately 127 feet to come to a stop when traveling at 50 mph. Many drivers tailgate other vehicles at higher speeds; this problem can have fatal consequences.