Nashville Car Accident Underscores the Dangers of Drowsy Driving

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Michael D. Ponce

Last Updated April 8, 2015 In Car Accident

As the days are becoming longer, many Middle Tennesseans may find they are becoming tired or fatigued in the early morning hours or late afternoon. Unfortunately, this drowsiness can present a very serious danger while driving.

The Nashville car accident lawyers at Ponce Law point out these risks were made apparent by a crash caused by a drowsy driver on the south side of town. Reports indicate the collision left two people—including a young child—seriously injured.

According to WSMV 4 News, the driver of a black sedan told officers he was traveling along Bell Road after working a night shift and fell asleep behind the wheel. The vehicle then drifted into the oncoming lane, where it struck two other vehicles before coming to rest. A passenger in the black sedan and a 3-year-old occupant of one of the other vehicles involved were both injured and treated at a local hospital.

The incident highlights the need for motorists to take action to prevent drowsy driving. Some steps you can take include:

• Getting enough rest prior to beginning your trip.
• Checking medications to make sure they don’t cause drowsiness.
• Refraining from drinking and driving.
• Taking regular rest stops.
• Pulling over to rest if you find yourself becoming tired at the wheel.

The Nashville personal injury lawyers at Ponce Law hope these tips help keep you safe on the road this Spring.