Your Atlanta accident lawyers want to share some good news: The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration announced that between January and June 2009 motor vehicle acccident deaths on our highways declined by 7% when compared to the same period of 2008, following a downward trend. The second quarter of 2009 is the thirteenth consecutive quarter of declining traffic fatalities since peaking in 2005 with 43,510 deaths.
So what has caused this historic decline in auto accident deaths? The data gathered so far indicates people are traveling less - about 6.1 billion miles less in the first half of 2009 which is about a .4% decline. This is probably attributable to the economy. Other factors may include record high seatbelt use and safer vehicles. Just think about the differences in safety features in cars today and ten years ago. Air bags are generally standard as are anti-lock brakes. Stability control, better signal lights, automatic headlights - all of these increase your chances of maintaining control and being seen by other vehicles.
If you are involved in an accident, we are here to help and answer any questions you have. Feel free to give us a call - we are proud of the fact that we give individual attention to each person who calls and take the time you need to address your concerns.
