Nearly 80% of drivers across the United States have experienced road rage and anger that leads to aggressive driving. Aggressive drivers are a severe threat to other drivers and can cause severe accidents.
What it Means to Drive Aggressively
Aggressive driving occurs when a driver is careless and disregards the safety of others on the road. Aggressive drivers make poor decisions that increase the risk of a car crash. Aggressive driving has contributed to many accidents across the country.
Common Types of Aggressive Driving
- Tailgating
- Speeding
- Running red lights and stop signs
- Cutting off other drivers
- Weaving in and out of traffic
- Abruptly changing lanes
- Failing to use proper signals
- Braking abruptly
Road Rage Leads to Aggressive Driving
Road rage occurs when a driver becomes enraged with another driver on the road and begins speeding or tailgating. This behavior increases the risk of being involved in a serious accident.
Common Types of Road Rage
- Cursing or signaling rude gestures at another driver
- Side sweeping
- Throwing objects
- Obsessive horn honking
- Ramming
- Forcing another driver off the road
Contact an Experienced Attorney
At Saladino & Schaaf, our personal injury attorneys have over 75 years of combined experience representing Kentuckians involved in car accidents. Contact one of our attorneys today to discuss your case at 270-444-0406 (Paducah) / 270-753-1529 (Murray) or contact us online for a free case evaluation.