by Laura G. Zois, Maryland Accident Lawyer Blog
In today’s age of texting and driving, it sadly should come as no surprise that young drivers are overrepresented in car crash fatalities. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported on the statistics for 2009, which is already out-of-date. Here are the stats:
* 34,485 motor vehicle deaths
* 22% of those who died in auto accidents were aged 15 to 24
* Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for people aged 15 to 24
* People aged 15 to 24 represent only 14% of the population
* Actual rates of young people’s deaths are lower in urban areas than rural areas
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https://www.marylandaccidentlawyerblog.com/2012/07/cdc_report_young_drivers_more.html
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[B’ Spokes: I can’t help but think that the lower urban death rate has to do with slower speeds and closer destinations. Think about it, your phone goes off and; 1) You are almost at your destination. vs 2) You still have a long ways to go yet. Wouldn’t you be less likely to start fiddling with your phone under scenario 1 then 2? I will contended that mixed use and compact development save lives besides making for a more active life style.]
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