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If a driver fell asleep behind the wheel and left you injured, you deserve a full settlement to cover your damages. Find out what your case is worth by contacting a Salt Lake City drowsy driving accident lawyer.

Drowsy driving is more common than many people think and is as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. When fatigued drivers stay on the road, they put other motorists and pedestrians at risk for serious injuries and fatal accidents.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that up to 6,000 people are killed every year due to accidents caused by drowsy drivers. The majority of fatigued drivers do not get enough sleep, but some are on medications that cause drowsiness or are suffering from undiagnosed sleep disorders.

If you have been injured in a traffic collision with a drowsy driver, a Salt Lake City drowsy driving accident lawyer from Craig Swapp & Associates can help you with the legal process of recovering damages for your injuries.

Fatigued Driving Is Negligent Driving

As mentioned, driving drowsy is as dangerous as driving drunk or high. This is because the driver simply can’t react to traffic and dangerous driving conditions as quickly as needed. When a motorist causes an auto wreck because he or she fell asleep behind the wheel, that driver becomes financially responsible for the injuries and property damage that result.

It’s not always easy to prove that the other driver was nodding off, however. If he or she crossed the median or drove through a stop sign or traffic light, then things become a bit simpler. This isn’t always the case, however.

These are a few of the items that might be used as evidence to prove that a driver was sleeping behind the wheel:

Prescription for medication that causes drowsiness as a side effect
Alcohol and certain illegal drugs
The driver’s previous whereabouts that day, such as being at work for a twelve-hour shift
Photos and video footage

Damages for an Auto Wreck

Drowsy driving can cause serious consequences, including severe injuries that can change the course of your life. From traumatic brain injuries to broken bones, the medical costs to treat these conditions can wipe out your financial reserves.

A Salt Lake City drowsy driving accident lawyer can fight for your rights and get the maximum compensation possible to cover all of your damages so that you can move on with your life. Damages that can be recovered through a personal injury lawsuit include the following:

Medical expenses, past and future
Lost wages and future income
Rehabilitation and physical therapy
Emotional distress
Pain and suffering
Lost enjoyment of life

Contact a Salt Lake City Fatigued Driving Car Accident Lawyer

If you have suffered an injury due to a drowsy driver, contact Craig Swapp & Associates. Having represented many victims of drowsy driving accidents, we can help you build a convincing case that will bring your accident claim to a successful conclusion.

To get started with a free, no-pressure case evaluation, simply call 1-800-404-9000 or complete our online contact form at the bottom of this page. There is never an obligation to proceed beyond the consultation, so call today.

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Before calling your firm I had 2 big worries. One was I didn’t want to do more paper work, and that fear was resolved when I had to do very little, but Craig Swapp and Assoc. did most of it, and when I did have to come in to sign papers they worked around the times I could do it. Worry 2 was I didn’t want people to think I was “sue happy” and that I was just out to get money. I just wanted my bills to be paid for that were from the accident, and that was resolved I think by Mr. Wes Mortenson and Theresa because they listened to what I had to say.

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Spokane, WA

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My biggest fear was not having all the expenses caused by the accident paid for in full. I was assured they would be taken care of but I admit I was skeptical. When we wrapped everything up (which happened quicker than I was originally told) I had extra money in my pocket. I honestly thought there was a catch but my attorney explained everything to me in detail. If I am ever in that position again I’ll be giving Craig Swapp a call.

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Spokane, WA

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Salt Lake City, UT

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Caldwell, ID

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West Jordan, UT

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