Unfortunately, car accidents are commonly seen day in and day out throughout the state of New Jersey. And with that, you may be wondering who is mostly to blame for such accidents. Continue reading to learn what age group commonly causes car accidents and how an experienced Morris County car accident attorney at Lutz Injury Law can help you if you need to file a personal injury claim.
What age group causes the most car accidents in the state of New Jersey?
In the state of New Jersey, and also on the national level, the most at-risk driving age group is recorded as young adults (i.e., ages 25 to 34). This is because young adults tend to practice more aggressive driving (i.e., tailgating and speeding), along with reckless driving (i.e., ignoring traffic signs or signals and driving while intoxicated).
However, any age group is capable of causing a car accident. The poor tendencies of other age groups are as follows:
- Teenage drivers (ages 16 to 24):
- Being unaware of all the rules of the road.
- Texting while driving.
- Driving while distracted with other passengers in the vehicle.
- Elderly drivers (ages 65 and older):
- Having diminished vision when it comes to reading traffic signs and signals, checking their blind spots, and spotting any hazards on the road.
- Having diminished reaction times when it comes to responding to other vehicles or hazards on the road.
- Driving significantly below the enforced speed limit.
- Forgetting to use turn signals before merging, changing lanes, or turning.
What should I do if I am involved in a car accident?
No matter who is to blame for your car accident, you must hold them accountable and seek the financial compensation that you require to heal. So, for your insurance claim, it is best to follow the below steps:
- Call for a law enforcement officer to arrive at the scene of the accident.
- Take photos and videos of your injuries, car damages, and the overall scene.
- Ask the at-fault driver for their name, phone number, driver’s license number, license plate number, insurance policy number, etc.
- Ask for the contact information of witnesses at the scene.
- Seek medical attention at the scene and follow-up appointments.
- Collect your medical documents and bills that state the date, time, severity, and costs of your injuries.
- Obtain security camera footage of your accident with the help of a Morris County car accident attorney.
What is the statute of limitations for a car accident claim?
If your insurance claim does not cover the full extent of your damages, then it may be best to file a personal injury claim. Importantly, you must file this claim within the state of New Jersey’s statute of limitation, which is usually two years from the date of your accident.
And so, to avoid being permanently barred from suing, you must retain the services of a skilled Morris County automobile accidents attorney. Call us today.