Aggressive Drivers
Car these days are made to meet strict standards for safety to minimize the risk of injuries and death in the event of an accident. However, despite all the safety features that are place inside a car, there is no safety device to protect yourself from aggressive driving behavior that other drivers may do while on the road.
Have you or someone you know been involved in an auto accident due to aggressive drivers? If so, contact one of our experienced auto accident lawyers in your area today!
According to a study conducted in 1995, 88% of people have said that they have had at experienced at least one of the behaviors shown below directed toward them:
- Tailgating
- Flashing lights from other motoreists
- Physical gestures that are considered rude
- Preventing drivers from being able to moving their vehicle
- Verbal abuse
- Physical assault
In the same study, only 40% of the subjects have reported that they have not engaged in any aggressive behavior towards other drivers. 60% of the subjects on the other hand reported of doing one or more of the behaviors listed below.
- Flashing lights
- Physical gestures that are considered rude
- Verbal abuse
- Tailgating
- Preventing drivers from being able to moving their vehicle
- Physical assault
Have you or someone you know been involved in an auto accident due to aggressive drivers? If so, contact one of our experienced auto accident attorneys in your area today!
Some critics believe that the behaviors of aggressive drivers are actually under-reported due to the fact that most people do not want to admit that they engaged in such behavior. 70% of aggressive behavior activity takes place during the day time hours on main roads.
Aggressive driving can be categorized by one of the following traffic violations:
- Speeding
- Changing lanes frequently or unsafely
- Failure to signal
- Tailgating
- Failure to yield the right of way
- Disregarding traffic controls
- Impaired driving
Some people confuse road rage with aggressive driving. But there is a difference between the two. Instances in which drivers use their vehicle as a weapon or try to assault a motorist are not aggressive driving. These acts are in fact criminal.
Have you or someone you know been involved in an auto accident due to aggressive drivers? If so, contact one of our experienced auto accident lawyers in your area today!
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