Boston Car Accident Lawyer Blog

June 25, 2011

Can Red Light Cameras Prevent Car Accidents in Massachusetts?

According to recent press release from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, nearly 200 lives were saved in 2004 to 2008 because of red light cameras that were installed in 14 of the biggest cities in the United States. The Institute believes that if these cameras would have been in all large cities, car accidents in Boston and elsewhere would have been avoided and another 815 lives could have been saved.

“The cities that have the courage to use red light cameras despite the political backlash are saving lives,” says Institute president Adrian Lund.

Our Boston car accident attorneys realize that motorists may need some extra enforcement to help them to abide by traffic laws, because apparently the risk of a car accident isn’t enough. Researchers discovered that these cameras do just that. In the areas in which cameras were placed, red light running crashes fell nearly 40 percent.

The most surprising fact that was concluded from this study was that these red light cameras not only reduced the number of fatal red light running accidents at these intersections in which they were installed, but all types of fatal accidents in these areas were decreased. One reason this may have occurred, researchers believe, is because motorists feel that the eye in the sky subconsciously makes them be more cautious and follow road laws.

According to the study, if these cameras were kept in place for 5 years in all 99 U.S. cities with populations over 200,000, then more than 800 deaths could have been avoided.

Since the 90’s, red light cameras have served as a low-cost way to police intersections. Roughly 500 U.S. cities currently use the intersection technology.

Some people are opposed to the eye in the sky though, claiming it’s just another revenue-generating scheme that violates drivers’ privacy.

“Somehow, the people who get tickets because they have broken the law have been cast as the victims,” Lund says. “We rarely hear about the real victims — the people who are killed or injured by these lawbreakers.”

In 2009, red light running took the lives of nearly 700 people. Running red lights also injured roughly 113,000 people on our roadways. About two-thirds of the people who were killed in these accidents we people other than the red light runners. Those killed were either occupants of other vehicles, passengers in the red light runners’ vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians.

“Examining a large group of cities over several years allowed us to take a close look at the most serious crashes, the ones that claim people’s lives,” says Anne McCartt, Institute senior vice president for research and a co-author of the study. “Our analysis shows that red light cameras are making intersections safer.”

A recent letter to the Taunton Daily Gazette stated that the use of these cameras was clear and concise — to effectively save lives. The writer of the letter believed that drivers should be held accountable for their actions even when there are no police around. It went on to say that the community welcomes technology designed to keep people safe and prevent more tragic losses. This letter was written by Paul and Sue Oberhauser, Co-Chairs of the Traffic Safety Coalition, who lost a loved one because of a red light-running motorist.
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June 20, 2011

New Data — Still too Many Car Accidents in Massachusetts

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration‘s 2008 data, Massachusetts experienced more than 300 deaths from car accidents in Boston and elsewhere throughout the state. This study illustrates an 8 percent decrease from the previous year. But wait! NHTSA data for 2010 for Region 1, which includes Massachusetts, indicates an 18 percent increase in these motor vehicle accident deaths from 2009.

Our Boston car accident attorneys recognize that these statistics help us to examine traffic trends and help us identify problem areas that need to be focused on to help prevent future traffic accident deaths in our area. Even with the recent decrease in the number of accidents, we’re still way over the average from just 2 years ago. More needs to be done to raise driver awareness to get drivers to focus on the roadway.

In 2009 in Massachusetts, 44 percent of drivers that were involved in an accident with an intoxicated driver died. The majority of motorists killed on our roadways lost their lives on non-interstate roadways with a speed limit of at least 55 mph. Nearly half of all those killed in traffic crashes in our state were killed in a passenger car, which is the most common to drive in the United States. The next deadliest vehicle on our roadways was light trucks, counting for more than 30 percent of the total vehicles involved in fatal accidents.

It’s surprising that Massachusetts has such high motor-vehicle death rates considering we have strict seat belt laws. Law enforcement enacted seat belt laws as a secondary enforcement, meaning that you can receive a ticket for not wearing your seat belt after being pulled over for another violation. This applies to all drivers and can land you with a $25 fine. This may be a main contributor to our observed seat belt use rate of 98 percent for the year. There are exemptions to this rule though. Taxis, buses, school buses, medical, postal service vehicles, commercial vehicles that make frequent stops and all vehicles built before 1965 are exempt from the seat belt law.

Later this summer, the preliminary stats for 2010 car accidents will be released. As our economy recovers, many safe driving advocates expect all of these numbers to rise. Data from the last few decades illustrates that the number of motor vehicle accidents directly mirrors the economy.

In an attempt to reduce these fatality numbers even more, we offer all motorists these driving tips:

Slow down. Driving above the speed limit greatly reduces the amount of time you have to react to a road hazard. Increased speed also increases the impact upon collision which increases your risk of serious injury — or death.
Look around. Always be aware of your surroundings. Don’t get lost in the hypnotic stare in the lane in front of you. Know what is to your left, right and rear at all times.
Double check. Look, and look again, before making any maneuvers on the roadway.
Seat belt. The use of a seat belt has been proven to greatly reduce your risk of injury and death in the event of a motor-vehicle accident.
Checkup. Be sure to always keep your vehicle in proper-running condition.
Blind spots. Be careful of the blind spots of your own vehicle and the blind spots of other vehicles. If you can’t see another driver, they can’t see you.
Blinkers. Always use your turn signals to alert other drivers of your plan of action on the road.
Weather. Always adjust to weather conditions, whether that means slowing down, tuning on your hazard lights or turning on your lights.

June 16, 2011

AAA Offers Teen Driving Info in Massachusetts to Reduce Number of Teen Car Accidents in Boston

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Massachusetts is a state that offers new teen drivers a three-stage licensing process in an attempt to keep our young drivers safe and out of car accidents in Boston and elsewhere throughout Massachusetts. Our state has picked up on this system because it has proven to help teens become better drivers by allowing them to gradually gain exposure to driving situations through an increased amount of supervised driving, learner’s permits and junior operator’s licenses.

All of this information, and more, is available to you through a custom website designed by AAA’s Keys2Drive: The AAA Guide to Teen Driver Safety. This is a newly launched website that allows residents in any of the 50 states to select their state to view personalized information about their teen drivers.

Our Boston personal injury attorneys would like parents to know that the most important thing they can do to increase the safety of their teen driver is to get involved in their learning process. It is important that you coach your teen, allow them plenty of supervised driving time and talk with them about the dangers and consequences of poor driving habits. Being involved in your teen’s learning process will help you to keep an eye on their progress and ultimately decide when they’re ready to get their license and jump behind the wheel.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were nearly 2,500 teen drivers killed during motor-vehicle accidents in 2009 alone. Another 196,000 teen drivers suffered injuries during these accidents. Throughout that entire year, more than 5,000 15- to 20-year-old drivers were involved in motor-vehicle accidents that resulted in a motorist death. In Massachusetts, there were nearly 200 teen drivers killed in these accidents in 2009.

Parents are, in large-part, responsible for teaching their teen driver’s safe driving habits. Parent involvement should be used to try to better prepare our teens and to try to reduce the number of these fatal accidents.

According to the customized AAA website for Massachusetts, parents should try the following to help teach their young driver:

Provide your child with at least 100 hours of supervised driving before you allow them to hit the road solo. It is recommended that you complete the hours during all times of the day.
Allow your teen to drive in a number of conditions. Allowing them to drive through different weather conditions and through varying road conditions will help them to gain experience and should better prepare them for almost anything driving has to throw at them.
Shower them with positive feedback, when deserved. It is important to remain calm and talk positive through them. Yelling at them will only frustrate them behind the wheel and negatively affect their driving abilities.
Set good examples. When your teen is a passenger in your vehicle, make sure you’re practicing what you preach; don’t speed, put down your phone, abide by traffic laws, wear your seat belt, the list goes on and on.

As motor-vehicle accidents continue to be the number one killer of teens, more than cancer, homicide and suicide combined, parents are urged to get involved and stay involved. With the proper education and experience, we can help decrease the risks of these deadly accidents for our teen drivers.

It is also recommended that you create a parent-teen driving agreement between you and your teen to help the two of you agree upon some ground rules for driving.
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June 13, 2011

How often do Elderly Drivers Cause Car Accidents in Boston?

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

It’s no secret that our eyesight, our function, our coordination and our other safety skills unfortunately decline with age. Do we honestly know when it’s finally time to call it quits? Doing so can help guard against the dangers of being involved in a serious — or fatal — car accident in Boston.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there are a few warning signs that may signal to us that were no longer able to drive safely. Health Day suggests that you look within yourself to answer this question as no one is able to judge you better than yourself. Is it safe for you to be driving?

Our Boston car accident lawyers understand that aging comes with a number of obstacles, with older drivers having some of the greatest risks for serious injury. You are urged to follow the advice and recommendations in this blog, and honestly ask yourself, “Am I safe behind the wheel?”

Are you experiencing any of the following:

-Are you getting lost when taking a familiar route?

-Are you getting ticketed for numerous driving violations?

-Have you been getting into fender-benders or near-misses?

-Are there new scratches or dents on your car?

-Have you received a recommendation from a doctor suggesting that you reduce your diving or stop altogether?

-Do you have health problems or are you taking medications that can affect your driving?

-Do you find road signs or road markings overwhelming?

-Do you find yourself driving too fast or too slow for no particular reason?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, citizens aged 65 and older made up nearly 15 percent of the total resident population in the United States in 2009. Of this 15 percent, nearly 5,500 people of this age group were killed in motor-vehicle accidents throughout the year. Another 187,000 seniors suffered injuries from these crashes.

The older driving population made up nearly 10 percent of all people injured in traffic accidents in 2009 and made up nearly 20 percent of all traffic fatalities. The number of injured drivers in this age group increase 2 percent from the previous year.

Nearly 100 elderly drivers, those above the age of 64, were killed in motor-vehicle accidents in Massachusetts in 2009.
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June 10, 2011

Rider Dies Week after Sustained Injuries from Boston Motorcycle Accident

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A man that was involved a motorcycle accident in Boston late last month has died. The Springfield man, 24-years-old, was involved in the accident on May 25th and was pronounced dead earlier this week, according to Mass Live.

The accident happened when a car collided with the motorcycle on Boston Road on that late evening in May. Police speculate that speed was a factor in the crash. The motorcyclist reportedly lost control of his vehicle while rounding a curve. He skidded for about 100 feet before coming to a stop near Dezi’s Jewelry Exchange and Pawn Shop.

Our Boston motorcycle accident attorneys understand that motorcyclist are more vulnerable to serious — if not fatal — accidents on our Massachusetts roadways. This is the second motorcycle-related fatality already this spring.

The motorcyclist was at the Baystate Medical Center in critical condition for about a week after the accident.

The motorcycle accident from earlier this year took the life of a 55-year-old rider back in April. In this accident, the motorcyclists collided with a truck towing a trailer on Route 9 in Ware. The truck reportedly jacknifed into the motorcycle’s lane. The rider died three days after this accident. Police are still investigating this accident.

Motorcycle riders are nearly 40 times more likely to die in a motor-vehicle accident than the occupants of the other vehicles reports Tim Aloisio of Monson, The Republican‘s motorcycle columnist and a member of the Massachusetts Motorcycle Association. He also reports that two-thirds of the time it is the fault of the automobile operators.

The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) projects that motorcycling fatalities declined from 5,290 in 2008 to 4,762 or fewer in 2009.

Here are some motorist safety tips, provided by Motorcycle Safety News, to help keep our motorcyclists safe on our roadways:

-Look, and look again, for motorcyclists when at intersections and when changing lanes.

-Motorcycles typically appear to be farther away than they actually are. This is because of their small size. Always assume that they’re closer than they appear.

-Take extra time to check your blind spots before maneuvering through traffic as bikes can easily get lost in these spots because of their small size.

-Bikes also seem to move faster than they actually are, again because of their size. Don’t assume that all bikers are speed demons.

-Motorcyclists often slow down by downshifting, which does not activate their brake lights. For this reason, allow more following distance when riding behind a bike.

-Motorcycle turn signals are not self-canceling like the ones on our vehicles are. Be sure that a motorcyclist signal is for real when moving around them.

-Don’t expect a motorcycle to always be able to dodge out of the way. Maneuverability may be one of their better characteristics, but it can’t always save them from a collision.

-Remember that the stopping distance is the same as that of a vehicle. Do not tailgate.
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June 8, 2011

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer Breaks Collarbone in Cambridge Bicycle Accident

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer broke his right collarbone after being involved in a Cambridge bicycle accident. He was using the holiday weekend to enjoy some two-wheeled fun in the summer weather when he fell from his bike.

This isn’t the first time Mr. Breyer has been involved in an accident while riding his bike in the area. Back in 1993, the former Harvard law professor was hit by a motor vehicle while he was riding his bicycle across Harvard Square in Cambridge, according to Reuters.

Bicycle accidents of all kinds can result in serious injury — even death. Our Boston bicycle accident lawyers recognize the dangers of riding a bicycle is our area and ask that all bicyclists practice extra caution when traveling through the area on two wheels. With summer here, more and more bicyclists will be hitting the pavement to enjoy the beautiful weather. All riders are asked to ride with caution and abide by all bicycle laws.

Bicyclists in Massachusetts are asked to follow these state bicycling laws:

-Riders will use audible warning for other bicyclists and pedestrians. Sirens and whistles are prohibited, however.

-Be sure to park your bike on a sidewalk, but do not obstruct vehicular or pedestrian traffic.

-Lights will be used on your bicycle from one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise.

-Reflectors should also be visible on your bicycle.

-Handlebars are not to be raised above the riders shoulder height.

-All bikes must be equipped with a working brake system.

-Cargo is to be carried in a proper basket, rack, trailer or any other device manufactured for this purpose.

-Riders are to travel with the flow of traffic and should not ride more than 2 abreast.

-If a bicyclist is involved in an accident resulting in bodily injury or property damage that result in costs of more than $100, a bicyclist must contact the police in writing on a Cambridge Police Bicycle accident report
-All riders 16-years-old and younger are required by law to wear a bicycle helmet while riding on a public way.

-Remember that pedestrians have the right of way on sidewalks. A bicyclist must yield to pedestrians in all traffic situations.

-All bicyclists are to obey all of the traffic laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This includes laws associated with red lights, stop signs, and riding with traffic.

-A bicyclist should not be towed by any other vehicle. This includes all cars and any other moving vehicles.

-Bicyclists in all areas of the City of Cambridge a bicyclist, while riding on the sidewalk, will not ride at a speed “greater than a normal walk.”

A complete list of bike paths in Cambridge can be found on the Bikely website.
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June 6, 2011

Recent Article Highlights Important of Bicycle Maintenance to Reduce Bicycle Accidents in Boston

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A recent article on Boston.com brings up some excellent points about proper bicycle maintenance. With summer here, many residents will be dusting off their bikes and hitting the town both on foot and on two wheels. Riders are not only urged to be cautious of motor-vehicle traffic during their adventures through the city, but to also to be cautious about the condition of your bicycle. A properly kept bicycle can mean the difference between safe travels and a Boston bicycling accident.

In the Boston.com article, the author noticed a bicycle on his walk home that had been locked to a fence with the seat removed for months. Many bicyclists remove their seat to avoid bike theft. As the seasons changed, the bike remained locked to that fence. It had grown rusty and had almost seemed abandoned.

Our Boston bicycle accident attorneys urge all of our two-wheeled travelers to take good care of your bikes, in every season. Be sure that your tires always have enough air, that it’s equipped with proper lights and reflectors, that your chain is well oiled and that the brakes work properly. Many accidents can be caused by malfunctioning equipment. Venturing out on a bike that’s not taken care of can result in an increased risk for accidents in our area.

Once the snow cleared and the sun shined through, the bike’s owner appeared. The author spotted her one day bent over her bicycle with a can of WD-40 in her hand.

Tips to help you, and other fellow riders, to enjoy the bike riding season safely:

-If you’ve neglected your bicycle all winter long, be sure to check it out completely before breaking it out this spring or summer. Check to see if the tires look dry or cracked. Check your brakes. If you are not comfortable with these types of repairs, take your bicycle to a local repair shop for some help.

-Learn how to change a flat tire. Make sure each tire is fully inflated and free of debris. Inevitably you will eventually experience a flat tire. Learn how to change it yourself to be better prepared or to even help someone else out.

-Be considerate. If you see a bicyclist pulled over on the ride of the road, ask if they need any help. Bicyclers need to help and protect one another.

-Always wear your helmet. Statistics show that it can save your life. Your risk of serious of fatal injury greatly increases if you’re not wearing a helmet during the time of an accident.

-Learn the rules of the road. Look both ways, obey traffic lights, ride with the flow of traffic and wear light or bright colored clothing.

-Never pass another bicyclist on the right. This is especially important if they’re stopped at a red light. When you do pass someone, call out: “On your left” to let them know your whereabouts.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 600 bicyclists died in 2009 because of accidents involving a motor vehicle. These fatalities accounted for 2 percent of all traffic deaths during the entire year.

Most of these bicycling deaths from 2009 happened in urban areas at non-intersection. Most of them also occurred during the daytime hours, between 4:00 a.m. an 8:00 p.m.
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June 4, 2011

Boston Tractor Trailer Accident Closes I-95 and I-93

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Interstate 95 southbound and the ramp merging from Interstate 93 turned into a nightmare earlier this week as a tractor-trailer overturned and spilled its load of sheetrock across a number of lanes in the area. The accident only left one lane open for all of the morning commuters, according the Boston-Herald.

The Massachusetts tractor trailer accident closed roads near exits 37A and 37B through the morning rush hour. Many commuters were forced to travel along alternate routes.

“It’s going take a few hours to clean up, however there’s no injuries,” said state police Sgt. Matthew Murray. The accident occurred around 7:50 a.m. pushing traffic delays back as far as Peabody.

Our Boston trucking accident lawyers would like to remind all motorists to be extra cautious when traveling near these large tractor-trailers and semi trucks. While this accident did not injury any motorists, other incidents do not end as fortunately. Many accidents that involve these big rigs tend to result in serious, and even fatal, injuries.

The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were nearly 3,500 fatalities resulting from accidents that involved a large truck in the United States in 2009. Another 74,000 people were injured in these accidents. These large trucks are classified as vehicles having a gross weight of more than 10,000 pounds.

In 2009, the NHTSA reports that 21 trucks were involved in accidents with 441 vehicles. These are just the accidents that resulted in motorist death.

Trucking accident facts from the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety:

-Many truck-related accident deaths come with a large personal and financial bill. The cost of trucking accidents each year is well over $19 billion.

-These large trucks only make up about 4 percent of all registered vehicles and account for about 7 percent of all vehicle miles traveled. Still, they are involved in more than 10 percent of all accidents deaths.

-The number of deaths caused from accidents involving a tractor trailer equals the same as 26 major airplane crashes each year.
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June 3, 2011

New Driver Test Ranks Massachusetts Drivers Among Worst in America

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Recently, GMAC Insurance released the results for their 2011 National Drivers Test. These tests are nothing to brag about as the study concluded that 1 out of every 5 drivers fails to meet basic road requirements to obtain a driver’s license. This means nearly 37 million American drivers, or roughly 20 percent of motorists on our roadways, would not be able to pass the written drivers test if they were to take it today. This lack of road knowledge greatly increases the risks for a car accident in Boston.

“The GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test has become the benchmark for America’s driving IQ,” said Scott Eckman, chief marketing officer, GMAC Insurance. “All Americans need a refresher course when it comes to rules of the road and it begins with education. We’re hoping this year’s GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test results will inspire drivers to arm themselves with the knowledge they need to stay safe.”

Our Boston car accident attorneys note that these test results concluded that the average score on this GMAC drivers test was less than 78 percent in 2011. While this is a near 2 percent increase from the previous year, the average score is still alarmingly low. This means that a large number of motorists on our roadways lack basic knowledge of driving skills and rules.

Nearly 90 percent of drivers that took this test could not identify the correct action to take when pulling up to a steady yellow traffic light. One a quarter of tested drivers were able to list safe following distances.

“All Americans need a refresher course when it comes to basic driving rules,” said Gary Kusumi, CEO and president, GMAC Insurance – Personal Lines. “Being a safe driver is about conduct, judgment and knowledge. We’re hoping this year’s results encourage people to arm themselves with the knowledge they need to stay safe.”

Massachusetts’ drivers rank 47th in the United States in driver intelligence. Our state dropped nine spots in the rankings since the previous year when we ranked 38th.

The Northeast region of the country submitted the worst scores of all regions. The Midwest region scored the best on this test. Typically, male drivers scored better than female drivers, with roughly 14 percent of men failing the test compared to approximately 27 percent of women. Older drivers also tested better.

The GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test is conducted to serve as a reminder to drivers to freshen up on their credentials to help decrease their risk of being involved in an accident.

“The GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test shows me that too many Americans are coming up short when it comes to knowing the rules of the road,” said Casey Mears, driver of the No. 25 National Guard/GMAC Chevrolet in the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series. “Whether you’re on the race track or in the real world, it’s about being safe, respecting other drivers and being educated about how to handle certain situations.”

The 2011 test quizzed driver knowledge through a series of 20 questions taken from state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) tests. National data was weighted to percentage of state population, gender, ethnicity and age. The seventh annual survey had 5,130 licensed driver participants between the ages of 15 and 66 from all over the country.

Want to give the GMAC Insurance National Driving Test a whirl and see how your driving knowledge measures up? Visit their website and test your driving skills.
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June 1, 2011

100 Deadliest Days for Teen Car Accidents in Boston

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

The summer is here and that means school’s letting out soon and student drivers will be hitting the road in full force. The summer also kick off the start of the 100 deadliest days of the year for teen drivers, according to Mother’s Against Drunk Driving.

Nine out of the ten top deadliest days for young drivers occur between the months of May and August. In 2009, our nation’s roadways witnessed roughly 3,000 teen drivers die in in teen car accidents in Boston and elsewhere. Another 350,000 went to emergency departments with injuries suffered from these accidents.

Let’s put it this way, this is a statistic that says that your child is most likely to die in a motor vehicle accident during this summer. Our Boston car accident attorneys have seen these tragedies occur all too often. For this reason it is important that we send out our young drivers with all the tools they need to help keep them safe on our roadways during these summer months and throughout the year.

In 2009, Massachusetts witnessed nearly 50 teen deaths from motor vehicle accidents that involved a driver aged 15 to 19, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Mother’s Against Drunk Driving offers parents these safety tips to help keep their teens safe on our roadways this summer:

-Make sure that your teen knows and understands the effects and consequences of drinking and driving.

-Insist that your teen wear their seat belt whenever a vehicle is in motion. Minimal seat belt use is one of the leading causes for driver and passenger injury and death.

-Be sure to curb their distracted driving habits. Establish rules that prohibit the use of cell phones, texting or any other dangerous activities behind the wheel.

-Limit the amount of time that your teen can operate a motor vehicle during the evening hours.

-Set a limit to the number of passengers that your teen can drive with at any given time.

“Car crashes are the number one killer of Texas teens,” said Allstate Agent Michael Walker. “Summer is almost here and when school is out, more teens will be hitting the highways across the state. This data should spur parents and community leaders to take action and teach our teen drivers that speeding, distractions and carelessness can be costly.”

A recent study, conducted by the Allstate Foundation concluded that roughly 90 percent of teen drivers consider their parents as the biggest influence on their own driving habits. For this reason, we continue to urge that you speak with your teen about the importance of good driving habits and the consequences of poor choices behind the wheel. Parents are also urged to negotiate a parent-teen driving agreement with your young driver in an attempt to set with some ground rules that you and your teen driver can agree on.

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), teen accidents are four times more likely to occur than accidents in any other age group.

Teens made up 10 percent of the U.S. driving population in 2008 and made up 11 percent of all motor vehicle crash deaths. They accounted for nearly 15 percent of passenger vehicle occupant deaths among all ages, nearly 10 percent of all pedestrian deaths and approximately 5 percent of motorcyclist deaths
Join the Mother’s Against Drunk Driving facebook page for more tips and advice about keeping your young driver safe on our roadways during their summer break.
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