Arizona Car Accidents and Drunk Drivers

As Arizona’s population continues to grow, so does the amount of cars, motorcycles and trucks that congest the roads. This means that the risk of being injured in an Arizona car accident is greater every time you get behind the wheel and the results can be devastating.

One common factor in Phoenix car accidents is alcohol. As a matter of fact, it has been reported that alcohol plays a role in nearly 40 percent of the more than 40,000 fatalities involving car accidents across the United States. It has been estimated that more than 16,000 people lose their lives each year in accidents where alcohol was a factor.

Alcohol-related car crashes also take a toll on young drivers. A large percentage of car accident fatalities are attributed to alcohol among the younger population.

Further statistics reveal that an alcohol-related injury occurs approximately every two minutes in the United States. Also, about 1.5 million drivers are arrested for drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs. Even more shocking is the fact that nearly 3 in 10 Americans will be involved in an accident involving alcohol at least one time in their lives.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an Arizona drunk driving accident, you should contact an experienced Phoenix car accident attorney.

At the Law Offices of Kevin Jensen, we represent clients throughout Maricopa County. Contact us today at (480) 632-7373 for a free case evaluation.