Summer can be a dangerous time for teenage drivers. In 2012 the number of teen drivers killed rose 20% during the months of June and July, according to Mothers Against Drunk Driving. This high school graduation season, the partners of CJG Law Firm would like to remind you and the teenage drivers in your home that drinking and driving is a fatal combination.
Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death of the American teenager, according to the Center for Disease Control. Despite this fact, teens often fail to believe they can become victims.
Please check out some of the information and tips below and talk to your teen. We beg you to help your child not become a statistic.
- Tips for keeping your teen driver safe
- Teen driving statistics to discuss with your teen
- A guide for parents
If you or someone you love was the victim of a traffic crash, please don’t hesitate to call us toll-free at 919-240-4054.