How Drowsy Driving Leads to Serious Car Accidents in Houston
End-of-Summer Driving Can Be Deadly – Fatigue is a Silent Threat
As Houston wraps up another scorching summer, more drivers are hitting the roads for last-minute vacations, school drop-offs, and weekend getaways. But there’s one hazard that doesn’t get enough attention: drowsy driving. At The Hadi Law Firm, we’re seeing a rise in fatigue related accidents this time of year and the consequences can be devastating.
Why August Sees a Spike in Drowsy Driving Accidents
- Parents are exhausted with back-to-school schedules and late-night prep.
- Teens return to school with early classes and sports practice, many driving tired.
- Road trips and long drives spike during the last weeks of summer.
- Heat-related exhaustion can reduce focus and increase crash risk.
- Shift workers and gig economy drivers may log longer hours to make up for summer spending.
Drowsy driving slows your reaction time, impairs judgment, and can be just as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol.
Common Signs of Drowsy Driving You Shouldn’t Ignore
- Drifting between lanes or missing exits
- Yawning or blinking excessively
- Hitting rumble strips on the freeway
- Forgetting the last few miles you drove
Even nodding off for a second can cause a deadly crash. If another driver’s fatigue caused your accident, you may be entitled to significant compensation.
What To Do If You’re Injured by a Drowsy Driver in Houston
- Call 911 immediately and request a medical evaluation.
- Document the scene with photos, witness info, and anything that suggests fatigue, like energy drinks or receipts showing long-distance travel.
- Avoid giving statements to the other driver’s insurance company.
- Reach out to a trusted Houston personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.
How The Hadi Law Firm Can Help You
Our board-certified personal injury team understands how hard it is to prove fatigue, but we have the tools to do it. We:
- Investigate driving records, hours of service, and background evidence
- Work with accident reconstruction experts
- Aggressively pursue justice against negligent drivers and their insurers
- Offer free consultations and no legal fees unless we win
We’ve recovered millions for victims across Houston and beyond, and we fight every case like it’s personal-because to us, it is.
Don’t Let Someone’s Exhaustion Cost You Everything
Your recovery and peace of mind matter. If you or a loved one has been injured in a fatigue-related crash, call The Hadi Law Firm today at 832-433-7977 or schedule your free consultation.
