Alcohol And Technology, Two Roadway Killers

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Alcohol And Technology, Two Roadway Killers
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We have known for a long time that drivers who
operate while under the influence of alcohol are
extremely dangerous for those on the roadway
around them, from passengers in other vehicles to
motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. We
also know that driving distracted can have deadly
consequences. As technology moves into our lives
more and more, we are seeing a rise in the
incidents of distracted drivers causing serious
injuries and fatalities. At the SMA Law Group a
Pittsburgh car accident attorney Jonathan M.
Stewart will be by your side for fighting to get
the compensation you deserve.
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THE NUMBERS
There are few things more dangerous on the
roadway than a driver who is impaired or sending
a text message. Attorney Jonathan M. Stewart
wants to bring you a few statistics.
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ALCOHOL STATS
The latest report for the state of Pennsylvania
shows us some grim numbers. In 2017, crashes due
to impaired drivers increased to 10,346
incidents.
6,565 alcohol-related injuries
6,565 alcohol-related injuries
The rate of those under 21 drinking and driving
has increased as well. Overall, alcohol-related
fatalities accounted for 26 percent of all
traffic-related fatalities in the state for 2017.
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Drunk drivers are a danger, but they may not be
the only ones responsible. Dram shop and liquor
laws in Pennsylvania mean that those who continue
to serve a visibly intoxicated person can be held
liable for damages and injuries as well. This can
include bartenders and servers at restaurants.
Penalties are especially stiff for those who
serve minors alcohol.
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DISTRACTED DRIVERS
Distracted driving is not new, but it is becoming
more of a problem as technology reaches into
every part of our lives. Plenty of laws have been
passed to prevent people from texting or watching
videos while driving, but they have not proven to
be much of a deterrent. In 2017, law enforcement
officers issued over 5,000 citations for texting
and driving or using a cell phone while driving.
Distracted drivers can be just as deadly as drunk
drivers.
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WHAT ARE YOUR OPTIONS?
Do not wait to seek legal assistance if you or a
loved one have been injured in an accident with a
drunk or distracted driver. Insurance companies
will attempt a quick resolution to the case, but
that may not benefit you. At the SMA Law Group,
Pittsburgh car accident attorney Jonathan M.
Stewart, he wants to make sure you have enough
compensation for all of your accident-related
expenses. This can include money for all of your
medical expenses, coverage of lost income if your
injuries keep you from working, as well as pain
and suffering damages.
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Contact SMA Law Group
Address 437 Grant St. 600 Pittsburgh, PA
15219 Phone [phone] Website
https//www.smalawgroup.com/contact/
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Thank You!