One Beer, One Glass of Wine May Lead to a Serious Dallas Car Accident

According to a recent study, just one beer or one glass of wine may increase your risk of being involved in a Dallas car accident. Many think that they are fine to drive following a simple drink. However, the recent University of San Diego, California study contradicts this belief.

Quick overview of the study

The study, which was published online in June 2011 in the journal, Addiction:

• Analyzed data on fatal car accidents between 1994 and 2008
• The study suggests that having a blood alcohol content (BAC) level of 0.01 can increase your risk of being seriously injured in a Dallas car accident

Researchers suggest possible explanations

Researchers have determined that having just one beer or one glass of wine may lead to a "buzz" sensation, and those driving with a "buzz" tend to:

• Drive at higher speeds than those who have not been drinking
• Not be properly buckled up when behind the wheel
• Be the driver of the vehicle causing the accident

Call to action

In response to their findings, researchers have called on lawmakers to enact stricter laws against those who drink and drive.

"Doing so is very likely to reduce incapacitating injuries and to save lives," said University of San Diego, California sociologist David Phillips.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident, contact one of our experienced Dallas car accident attorneys at the law office of Kay Van Wey at (214) 329-1350 or (800) 489-5082.