If the semi truck in front of you has to stop or swerve suddenly, or goes out of control, you’ll have approximately one half of a second to react before you slam into the back of the trailer. At 60 miles per hour, you’re travelling 88 feet per second. The fastest athletes in the world cannot process and react to information in less than one quarter of a second; it’s a biological limitation.
Even at slower speeds, the roads require your full attention. Imagine the speed limit was 30 miles per hour and you were in a residential area. If a pedestrian or someone’s pet jumped within 20 feet of your car, you probably couldn’t react in time to stop an accident.
Vehicles are travelling much faster than people tend to think. When you’re on the road, be aware of other drivers. If you’re injured by someone who’s not paying attention, contact a personal injury lawyer. An attorney can help you to determine the best course of action moving forward, and help ensure that you have the best chance at winning the money you’re owed.