The SELF-DRIVE Act is bipartisan federal legislation that increases the authority of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to adapt and establish federal safety standards regarding self-driving vehicles. Many companies are currently testing and building prototypes of self-driving cars; as a result, it is necessary that federal regulations be updated to reflect this new technology.
One of the major goals of this legislation is to reduce traffic fatalities by 90%, saving 30,000 lives per year. According to the NHTSA, 94% of motor vehicle accidents are caused by human error. The rate of motor vehicle accidents has continued to climb each year. Researchers hope that the implementation of self-driving cars will drastically reduce the thousands of deaths and millions of injuries that occur nationwide on an annual basis. Furthermore, self-driving cars can create new economic opportunities, as well as help seniors and disabled individuals live more independently.
Through this legislation, the NHTSA will have the responsibility of regulating the safety of design, construction, and performance of self-driving cars. The NHTSA also will have increased access to safety data for the purposes of updating and developing safety standards, and submission of safety assessment certifications by vehicle manufacturers. Meanwhile, states will maintain control over vehicle registrations, licensing, driving education and training, insurance, law enforcement, safety and emissions inspections, and traffic laws and regulations.
A situation that falls under the SELF DRIVE Act is only one instance of potential negligence that could result in injuries to another. Whatever the case may be, however, you need advice and counsel from an experienced lawyer who can determine your options, based on your situation, and help you make the decisions in your case that are best for you and your family. The Madison personal injury attorneys of Boller & Vaughan handle personal injury cases on a daily basis, and we know what it takes to get the compensation that you need. Take the first step and contact our office today to set up your free consultation with one of our Wisconsin auto accident lawyers.
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We live in Friendship, Wisconsin, and Boller & Vaughan came to our doorstep to discuss our mother’s wrongful death claim on a Saturday morning. Not only were we pleased with the large recovery, we were so thankful to have lawyers who were willing to explain to us every twist and turn along the way. It is great to know there is a law firm that will fight for the rights of elderly people all over Wisconsin.
Mr. Boller and Ms. Vaughan were incredible in working on my case and my daughter’s case. I was out of work and in the hospital with a new baby. Mr. Boller and Ms. Vaughan protected our rights and it was a pleasure to work with them. I hope never to be in another motor vehicle accident, however, if I am and I am injured, I will contact Boller & Vaughan immediately.
I was referred to Michelle through a friend. I have never had a better experience. It took a little over a year to get my settlement but the staff there stayed in constant contact and kept me in the loop. Oh, and Michelle actually got me MORE money than we discussed. I will refer anyone to this firm. Words cannot do justice the thanks that I have for Michelle and her staff (Mary especially) thank you guys so much!
After my husband died as a result of a motor vehicle accident, Boller & Vaughan spent countless hours talking with me, meeting with me in person, and making sure that I was okay. The drunk driver who hit us did not have any insurance, and we had to make a claim through our own insurance. Boller & Vaughan was fantastic at explaining the law to me and the handling of our claims.
After my son was injured in a daycare setting, Ms. Vaughan took the time to thoroughly investigate our case and my son’s injuries. Michele was approachable and had answers to our questions. Talking with her helped to relieve many of our anxieties.
