A driver looking at the front window at oncoming headlights as part of our Impaired Driving Series.

Impaired Driving Series #1

Let’s talk about impaired driving, something that is 100% avoidable and yet, still a common cause of car accidents.

Driving requires focus, coordination, good judgement, and appropriate reactions. If your ability to drive is impaired, it means you could experience reduced vision, brain fog, slow reaction times, unsafe or reckless driving, and loss of control.

When we say “impaired driving” most people jump to “drunk driving.” But impaired driving is more than just drunk driving. It’s also:

  • Driving under the influence of recreational drugs
  • Driving under the influence of prescription drugs (depending on side effects)
  • Distracted driving
  • Drowsy driving

Anything that compromises your ability to focus on the road or to make safe decisions puts you, the other occupants of your vehicle, and other drivers at risk.

Never assume it won’t happen to you. Ask a friend or family member to drive. Call a rideshare. Walk. Anything except get behind the wheel.

If you or a loved one were injured because of the reckless actions taken by an impaired driver, contact the experienced, reliable personal injury attorneys at Multerer & Blum Law. Our team will fight for the compensation you deserve.

Call 716-882-8828 for your free case evaluation.

We’re here to help.

Mark Multerer and Amanda N. Blum are personal injury attorneys at Multerer & Blum Law Firm in Buffalo, NY who specialize in slip and falls and car accidents.