Summers are usually warm and sunny so many drivers take to our highways and roads. Unfortunately, this is the time of the year when the frequency of car accidents increases. Consequently, it is also the time of the year when car accident claims increase. According to IIHS, drivers are likely to get into car accidents during warmer months than during the winter.
If you have been involved in a car accident in Fall River, we can evaluate how much your claim is worth free of charge. One of our Fall River car accident lawyers will do a case review so schedule a free initial consultation today by calling 508-676-0001.
Several factors contribute to the increase in car accidents. Let’s take a look at what the causes are:
Tire Blow Out
Tire blowouts have been known to cause drivers to lose control of their cars, leading to serious accidents. The good news is that modern technology has reduced tire blowouts. However, even the best tires need to be regularly checked especially during the hot weather in the summer. Under-inflated tires, tires with worn tread, and old tires are prone to bursting especially in the summer heat. The high temperatures on the road pavement plus the internal heat generated by the rubber of underinflated tires can cause too much stress on the tires and consequently lead to a blowout. If your tires are more than six years, you should consider replacing them.
Distracted Driving
According to a report published by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, distracted driving contributed to 14% of teen driver accidents. Some of the common causes of distracted driving include:
- Grooming
- Using a cellphone
- Talking to passengers in the car
- Checking for something inside the car
- Checking for something outside the car
- Trying to retrieve an object inside the car while driving
Construction Zone Accident
After winter, there’s usually some road repair that needs to be done and road construction crews take advantage of the good weather in summer to do so. As a result, traffic slows down and drivers have to squeeze through busy and narrow construction zones. If drivers are not watchful while driving through these zones, they might be the cause of several and severe accidents.
