27 People are Killed By a Drunk Driver Every Day

“Each day, people drive drunk more than 300,000 times, but only about 3,200 are arrested.” Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) reminds us of the prevalence of drunk drivers on our roads. Every day, 27 people are killed by a drunk driver. Whenever we talk or read about reports of drunk driving accidents, we often come across two …

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Updated: October 14, 2024

How many Missouri drivers do not have auto insurance?

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The state of Missouri requires all motor vehicle drivers to maintain automobile insurance. However, according to the Insurance Research Council, 13.5% of Missouri drivers do not carry auto insurance. This means higher insurance premium rates for everyone and unpaid car accident claims. Missouri State Law – Auto Insurance Requirements Missouri state law requires all motor …

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Updated: August 9, 2018

How Does Age Affect Car Accidents?

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Drivers in the age group of 15-24 years make up 14 percent of the population, but they account for almost 30 percent of medical bills related to automobile accident injuries. Approximately 253,000,000 cars and trucks are on American roads every day. The average age of these vehicles is 11 years. Many teen drivers are just a few years …

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Updated: August 17, 2024

What is Crush Syndrome?

Crush syndrome affects the body’s internal organs. Initially, the person may seem unharmed. Car accidents can cause a wide variety of severe injuries, some of which are life-threatening. From traumatic brain injuries to spinal cord injuries, amputations and paralysis, there are various ways in which car accidents can leave victims disabled. One such injury that can have a …

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Updated: August 17, 2024

The Cost of Driving Drunk

There are more than 250,000 people who are injured by someone driving under the influence a year. About 10,000 victims are killed in accidents involving a drunk driver. People who are victims of a drunk driving accident can suffer bone fractures, damage to the spine, brain injuries, and other conditions that could be fatal. For many people, two drinks is …

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Updated: October 14, 2024