The economic cost of alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes in the United States is estimated to exceed $44 billion annually. This figure encompasses various expenses, including medical costs, lost productivity, legal fees, and property damage. Additionally, these crashes lead to significant social costs, such as the emotional toll on victims and their families. Addressing this issue remains a critical public health and safety concern.
The economic cost nationwide of alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes annually is estimated to be over $44 billion. This figure includes expenses related to healthcare, lost productivity, law enforcement, and property damage. The significant financial burden highlights the need for continued efforts in prevention and education regarding impaired driving.
In 2019, there were 94 infants under the age of 1 killed in alcohol-related crashes in the United States.
23,013 alcohol-related crashes
2000
Alcohol related crashes cost society approximately 114 billion dollars annually.
23,578
Yes... About 8% of all vehicle crashes. About 40% of all fatal vehicle crashes. (According to NHTSA)
63% of the children up to age 15 who were killed in motor vehicle crashes were killed in alcohol-related crashes. true or fales?
10,000
yes
Most common cause is from trauma.
A.12.6 billion