Auto
Accident Lawyers in Tampa Bay Know the Risks of Drowsy Driving
As senseless and heartbreaking as drunk driving
accidents are, drowsy driving accidents are just as tragic
and preventable. Auto accident lawyers
in Tampa Bay are all too familiar with the catastrophic
injuries caused by drowsy driving. Driving while tired is
a contributing factor to 20-30 percent of accidents. The result
of many of those accidents has been traumatic brain injuries,
limb loss, burn injuries, paralysis, spinal cord injuries,
and death.
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries
because of a drowsy driver, we can't undo the wrongs, but
you do deserve justice. Auto accident lawyer Dale Appell,
centrally located in Tampa, is dedicated to fighting for justice.
Our law firm is also dedicated to promoting safe driving habits.
Here are some eye-opening facts and tips about the frightening
phenomenon of drowsy driving:
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Being awake for 24 hours, or being sleep deprived for 5
nights straight, can cause the same impairment as being
legally drunk.
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Being drowsy can multiply the impact of alcohol by 5-6 times.
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People under the age of 25 are at greater risk of sleep
related crashes because they need more sleep than older
drivers.
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Wake-up tactics like turning on the radio or opening the
window have little effect on drowsy drivers because of the
body's natural, involuntary reflex to sleep when fatigued.
Any time you are yawning or blinking a lot
while driving, or when your eyes are getting heavy, these
are indications that you should pull over immediately. Other
warning signs of drowsy driving are drifting out of your lane
and not remembering the last few miles you drove.
Those who have been seriously injured by a
drowsy driver should seek the advice of local auto accident
lawyers. Tampa personal injury attorney Dale Appell will be
glad to discuss your case with you. Please call or e-mail
our law firm anytime for information.
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