CAR ACCIDENT CAUSED BY ELDERLY DRIVER – ATTORNEYS MN
The population of Minnesota is aging as life expectancy continues to rise. Of course, this means that there are more elderly drivers on the road all the time. Unfortunately, while MN requires a driving test for young drivers, there is no such requirement for older drivers. Sometimes, after a car accident, a police officer may require the older driver to retake the test. However, there is no automatic requirement at a certain age.
Our car accident lawyers frequently represent people injured by an elderly person driving their car. In fact, it is clear in many cases that the older driver should not be on the road. According to the NHTSA, more than 6500 seniors were killed in car accidents during 2020. This was 17% of all traffic fatalities. It is a difficulty problem because, for many people, driving is an important part of their independence. We don’t want to take away a person’s independence and reduce their quality of life. On the other hand, we can’t have dangerous drivers on the road. Ultimately, the legislature has to come up with laws that are best for everyone.
It is not just an older driver hitting another car that is the problem. Our lawyers have had many cases where an elderly driver hit someone on a bicycle or a pedestrians. In one case, the old person driving moved onto the shoulder because he thought his turn was coming up. However, the intersection was still a mile away. In that case, he hit a bicycle rider. Our lawyers have also had many cases where the elderly driver hit someone walking in the intersection. The injuries from these accidents can be very serious.
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Fortunately, most older drivers have auto insurance. If you are injured in an accident caused by an elderly driver, call us. A top attorney from our office will answer your questions and protect your rights. We make sure you get the compensation you are entitled to. This includes medical bills, lost wages, and more.
We have offices where you can meet a lawyer in Minneapolis, Edina, and Woodbury. Also, a lawyer will come to your home anywhere in Minnesota.