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The Truth About DUI Accidents
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


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Introduction

As per the data provided by U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2004, the traffic crash fatalities in USA were 42,636 of which 16,694 Americans were killed by alcohol-related crashes or DUI accidents, accounting for nearly half of the fatalities. That's an average of one alcohol-related casualty every 30 minutes. But wait those are just the fatalities, over 500,000 Americans get seriously injured in accidents in which alcohol is implicated. Thus, DUI accidents roughly claim - one victim every single minute.

Room For Improvement

Since the U.S. was founded, the soaring casualties of DUI accidents have taken the lives of more Americans, than all the wars combined, in which the nation has been drawn in. One of the foremost causes of casualties among teenagers, DUI accidents influence so many lives that state laws have become much more stringent, particularly on repeat offenders.

DUI accidents are believed to have diminished in part after all fifty states, have endorsed laws making the permissible blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08. Other states have changed DUI accidents laws to turn up on a criminal record instead of driving records, stressing the gravity of a DUI crime.

In spite of the improvements, there are still 16,694 lives lost because of DUI accidents. As a result the acceptance level for DUI accidents has become very austere, with efforts to decrease the number of deaths and injuries.

Consequences

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is underrated time and again. Consuming alcohol and driving, are activities that Americans do so regularly, but few consider the outcome of getting in a car drunk. DUI is the country’s most repeatedly committed violent offense.

If caught up in DUI accidents, the damages can be callous. From lost lives, grave injuries, material damages and legal costs, expenses can be far-reaching. In several states, the labors to cleanout on DUI accidents have caused far more intricate legal clash. It is therefore vital for a highly regarded and veteran DUI accidents lawyer to inform you of your rights.

Conclusion

A single death is a tragedy, a million deaths is a statistic - Joseph Stalin. The individuals killed and wounded in DUI accidents are from every social, ethnic, and economic milieu. They were our friends, our associates, our relatives and our family members. They were kids, youngsters, and adults. They are not just a statistic. Let that sink in.



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