Motor Vehicle Accidents Injure and Kill a substantial number of Texas and Arkansas residents every year.

Car crashes are a leading cause of death for people ages 5-54 and are the Number 1 cause of death for people 15-21 years of age.

Many accidents can be avoided. Of course, we can’t control the actions of others on the road.

We can help reduce our risk of injury.

The 3 Primary Causes of Motor Vehicle Accidents are the 3 ‘D’s.’

1. Distraction – a growing problem due to the ever growing use of electronic media and mobile devices.
2. Drinking – a major cause of accidents accounting for about 30% nationwide.
3. Drugs – many prescription and illegal drugs can interfere with a person’s ability to focus and react while driving.

Alcohol and Drugs are certainly well recognized as problems for drivers and those around them.

Distraction is different in that it can effect anyone.

Distracted Driving includes:

• Using a cell phone to look at a map, text, check social media, watch a video, or even take a call.
• Talking to passengers or being distracted by them (like kids that are getting into trouble in the back seat).
• Eating and drinking can cause us to take our eyes off the road.
• or anything else that takes our eyes or mind off driving.

Avoid these activities to save yourself and others from potential harm.

If you have teenagers, talk to them about this. It could save their life or the lives of others.

The CDC recommends that drivers and passengers should (from their website):

• Use a seat belt in every seat, on every trip, no matter how short.
• Make sure children are always properly buckled in the back seat in a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt, whichever is appropriate for their age, height, and weight.
• Choose not to drive while impaired by alcohol or drugs, and help others do the same.
• Obey speed limits.
• Drive without distractions (such as using a cell phone or texting).

What To Do If You’ve Been In An Accident In Texarkana.

If you do get into an accident after taking care of any life threatening problem you should call us right away so that we can quickly help you get back on the road to healing and health.

Find out more about some of the common injuries caused by a car accident and what you can do about it.