Drowsy Driving
There are five things that are absolutely essential to a person’s survival. Food and water are usually the first requirements that come to mind, followed shortly thereafter by air. The last two are somewhat less apparent, but no less vital. Shelter is one of these fundamental needs, and sleep is the other. The lack of adequate sleep can have a severe adverse effect on an individual’s ability to safely and properly operate a motor vehicle. In fact, the impairments are substantially similar to those that are associated with the consumption of alcohol or other controlled substances. The criminal laws are somewhat less established than they are for drinking and driving, but civil lawsuits offer a potential remedy for injured motorists.
If you have been hurt in an accident that was caused by a drowsy driver, then you may be entitled to financial compensation beyond that which is available through an insurance claim. Contact the Madison car accident lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874 to speak with a skilled and experienced attorney who is committed to protecting the rights of accident victims.
Signs of Drowsy Driving
One of the challenges that might arise if you should choose to pursue a civil lawsuit is that there is no equivalent to a breathalyzer or blood test that can document a degree of drowsiness. Accordingly, the accounts presented by the parties involved, witnesses, and first responders will offer the sole basis for your claim. Noting the following signs of drowsy driving may be beneficial:
- Erratic lane changes
- Radical fluctuations in speed
- Drifting in and out of traffic lanes
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There is nothing so important that it warrants endangering the lives of other motorists on the roadway, and if you have been injured by a drowsy driver then a civil lawsuit might be appropriate. Contact the Madison car accident lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ®, at 800-242-2874 to discuss the facts of your case.
