You have probably seen various campaigns to prevent drunk driving, with slogans like, “You booze, you cruise, you lose.” A similar campaign against driving while high uses the tagline, “If you feel different, you drive different.” Illinois laws make driving under the influence illegal, but people still do it every day. Have you ever wondered why these behaviors are dangerous?
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol dramatically increases the chance of causing a car crash that may injure or kill someone. If you are injured in a car accident caused by someone who was driving under the influence, you deserve compensation. A skilled lawyer from Barrington Injury Attorneys can investigate your accident and help you hold the at-fault party accountable. Call now for your free consultation.
Why Is Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs Dangerous?
Using drugs or consuming alcohol can cause various impairments that make safe driving nearly impossible, as reflected in the current Illinois campaign slogan, “Drive safe, drive sober.” These impairments include: