Car accidents are often the result of driver negligence and less often due to factors unrelated to the driver. Driver negligence can lead to a car accident when the driver:

·  Fails to obey traffic signs or signals

·  Drives above or below the speed limit

·  Fails to use turn signal

·  Drives under the influence of drugs or alcohol

·  Drives recklessly (for example driving at excessive speeds and passing or changing lanes improperly)

Non-driver related factors may contribute to a car accident including:

·  Automobile defect

·  Poorly maintained roads or other highway defects (for example, inadequate design, lighting, construction, or signage)

·  Malfunctioning traffic signals