Top News Study examines gas pedal accidents in North Carolina
Older women cause about two-thirds of all gas pedal accidents in which the driver accidentally steps on the accelerator instead of the brake, according to a new study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The study, reported by the Associated Press, also finds that when looking at all types of car accidents , about 60 percent of drivers involved in motor vehicle crashes are men.
And in another finding, the gas pedal accidents tend to involve drivers who were over age 76 or under age 20. Researchers analyzed more than 2,400 gas pedal accidents in a North Carolina state crash database and also looked at nearly 900 media reports of such crashes.
If you or a loved one is injured in an accident due to negligence, such as a gas pedal accident, don’t hesitate to contact a North Carolina personal injury lawyer. An experienced car accident attorney in North Carolina who is well versed in state law may be able to help you get compensation for your losses.
At the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, our legal professionals have experience representing people injured through no fault of their own. The staff and attorneys have seen first-hand the devastating impact of serious injuries that may occur as a result of some other person’s negligent behavior.
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