Drowsy Driving an Ongoing Issue in Texas

According to NHTSA, Texas has more sleep-related deaths on the road than any other state in the U.S. Almost one out of every four sleep-related fatalities in the United States occur in the State of Texas annually. According to the CDC, as many as one in 25 drivers fall asleep while driving each month. This leads to 6,000 crashes annually, including thousands of fatalities.

Drowsy driving is preventable. Getting a better sleep before driving can eliminate the risks of falling asleep while driving. Further, if you are at risk of falling asleep while driving, be it due to a sleep disorder or medication, please make sure you are safe to drive before getting behind the wheel of your vehicle. Given the rise and prevalence of ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft, there is no good excuse for driving when you are unable to do so safely.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in an accident with a commercial vehicle, truck, or 18-wheeler, call the law firm of Abraham and Watkins today. It is imperative that you find a law firm to manage your claim as soon as possible following an injury or death of a family member. Further, it is important to find a skilled law firm with experience handling these cases to ensure that the responsible parties are held fully accountable.

The law firm of Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Agosto, Aziz & Stogner is the oldest personal injury firm in Texas, and our attorneys are standing by to assist with your claim. Call us today at 713-222-7211 or 1-800-870-9584 for your free consultation.