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Prevent Kansas City Drowsy Driving Accidents: Know the Signs of Falling Asleep at the Wheel

Have you ever found yourself lost in a daydream, suddenly opening your eyes to realize you were behind the wheel? You were sleeping while driving-and this means you were at risk for a Kansas City car accident.

Drowsy driving is just as dangerous as driving drunk. Like alcohol, driving while drowsy can effect vision, slow reaction time, delay information processing, and affect judgment. Studies have shown that remaining awake for more than 20 hours can cause impairment similar to a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08%.

How do you know if you are at risk of falling asleep at the wheel?

• Frequent yawning
• Difficulty keeping your eyes open
• Difficulty focusing
• Frequent blinking
• Daydreaming
• Your head nods to the side and you jerk it up
• Trouble remembering the last few miles
• Missing your exit
• Not noticing traffic signs
• Drifting or swerving out of your lane
• Hitting rumble strips
• Tailgating

If you have fallen asleep at the wheel, you are not alone. More than one-third of Americans have driven while drowsy. Our Kansas City car crash lawyers suggest a few tips for avoiding a drowsy driving crash:

First, get a good night's sleep before making a long trip. While driving, leave time to take breaks. You should take a break every two hours or 100 miles. If you feel very tired, pull over and take a nap. Fifteen or 20 minutes of sleep is enough to leave you feeling refreshed for a few more hours.

Our Missouri auto accident attorneys also suggest bringing a friend on long drives. Having another person in the car reduces your chances of causing a Missouri car accident by 50 percent. The friend can warn you if you seem to be nodding off or he can take a turn driving.

At Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys, we represent accident victims across Missouri and Kansas. Learn about the rights of Kansas City injury victims in our book, 10 Essential Steps You Must Take To Protect Your Injury Claim. To get your free copy, click on the link at the top of the page.

If you would like to discuss your claim with a Kansas City personal injury attorney, contact us today at 888-348-2616.

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