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by Michael TarioJune 19, 2023 Car Accident Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

How Road Rage Incidents Escalate into Aggressive Driving Behaviors that Lead to Accidents

Everyone knows how frustrating driving around other vehicles can be between traffic jams and other drivers not following traffic rules. While most people can handle these frustrations without acting out, a shockingly high percentage of people admit to committing acts of road rage. According to The Zebra, in 2019, 82 percent of people admitted to committing an act of road rage in the past year.

Road rage is extremely dangerous because it dramatically increases the risk of fatal car accidents. In fact, 66 percent of traffic fatalities are caused by aggressive driving (NHTSA).

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