Accidents Reported in Southern California

SUV Drivers 50% More Likely to Survive Car Accidents

According to FoxNews.com, a recent study published by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found that the drivers of SUVs are 50% more likely to make it out of a car accident alive.

The study analyzed fatality rates of auto accidents from across the country that occurred between 2006 and 2009.

Researchers believe that SUV drivers are more likely to survive because of electronic stability control, which prevents typically top-heavy SUVs from rolling over after a collision. The high roofs also prevent passengers from hitting the ceiling in a car accident.

Sadly, the Southern California car accident injury lawyers at Steinberg & Spencer have seen many car accident injuries over the years. We want to remind accident victims that there are very specific steps you must take following an accident, regardless of the type of car you were in or the type of car that struck you.

If you've been injured, order your free copy of Seven Biggest Mistakes That Can Ruin Your California Injury Case. You also can set up a free, no-obligation case evaluation when you call Steinberg & Spencer at 800.989.6385. Or, you can fill out our online form.

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