Teen Drivers Face High Chance of Accident Within First Month of Driving

According to a recent study by AAA, teenagers have a 50% chance of being involved in a car accident during their first month of unsupervised driving after receiving their driver's license.

The case results show that several factors have led to these accidents, including inattention, failure to yield and the failure to reduce speed. These three factors have led to almost 60% of all auto accidents in North Carolina during a teen's first month of licensed driving, according to reports.

Furthermore, the study shows that parent engagement and involvement in the teen's driving experience can shape their driving habits and possibly prevent a future car accident, and therefore encourages parents to become more actively involved in their teenager's life.

If you or your child has been involved in an accident caused by a negligent or irresponsible driver, immediately talk to the legal team from the Whitley Law Firm. A Raleigh personal injury attorney from the office will be able to handle your case and help you understand how to deal with insurance companies.

Should your case involve the negligence of a reckless or drunk driver, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your injuries if the other driver was entirely at fault for the accident.

Proving fault in an accident such as this may be difficult, and will almost always require a personal injury lawyer to provide the evidence you will need to make a case. Furthermore, many insurance companies will try to make a deal with the victim, offering a much smaller amount of compensation if the victim keeps the case out of court. It is important to understand that the amount that they have offered you will not cover the extent of the injuries and the damages, and you will not get a second chance to recover if you accept the initial offering.

For more information, contact a Raleigh personal injury lawyer at the firm today.