Automobile accidents are one of the leading causes of accidental injury in this country. Each year, thousands of people are killed motor vehicle crashes and millions are injured. These crashes are usually caused by the negligence of other drivers, leading to the death or injury of innocent victims. Negligence means that the driver causing the accident did not exercise reasonable care. For example, the driver was driving too fast or too slowly for the conditions, or he allowed himself to be distracted. Another example is that he carelessly ignored stop signs, traffic signals or conditions. A person who is distracted and rear-ends another vehicle at a red light is most likely negligent. Also, a driver who drives at a high rate of speed, cutting in and out of traffic, is probably negligent and putting other drivers and pedestrians at risk. If you have any questions regarding your rights following a car accident, call the Law Offices of Michael G. LoRusso.