Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Event Data Recorders in Cars: Examining the “Black Box” in Auto Accident Cases

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EDR are devices installed in motor vehicles to record technical vehicle and occupant information for a brief period before, during, and after a triggering event, typically a crash or near-crash event. Every day, we hear horrible reports about traffic and pedestrian accidents where someone is severely injured or killed. The driver is often intoxicated or distracted and clearly at fault. In others, there's nothing more than a "random" accident with horrific consequences for both victim and driver. These drivers may be charged criminally with serious crimes called "Moving Violation Causing Death or Serious Injury," which allege that the driver's traffic
mistake or infraction (i.e. speeding, failing to yield, red light or stop sign) resulting in the accident which caused serious bodily injury or death. Likewise, the driver may be liable civilly for the injury or death, as might be their insurance carrier.

Learn more about how event data recorders are used in auto accident cases here.


Geherin Law Group is an Ann Arbor-based law firm that exclusively handles cases with a criminal justice element. We handle criminal and traffic defense; we handle driver’s license appeals and restoration; and we represent plaintiffs who are seriously injured or killed by the negligent actions of others.  


If you or someone you know has been charged with a crime in Washtenaw County or Southeastern Michigan, contact Dan Geherincriminal defense attorney in Ann Arbor today answer your legal questions regarding criminal defense.  (734) 263-2780

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