How Occupations Relate to Car Accidents

Who gets into the most car accidents? Here is a list of the top ten professions that are most likely to be involved in a car crash.
Getting into a car accident can result in unwanted consequences. These consequences include all types of physical, mental, and financial damage. If you know the most common causes of car accidents, it will help you prevent them from ever occurring. Here are some of the most common causes of car accidents today:

• Speeding
• Distracted Driving
• Driving While Under the Influence
• Bad Weather Conditions
• Running Red Lights and Stop Signs
• Car Design Defects
• Tailgating
• Improper Turning

Quality Planning Corp. recently reported that the more stressed and hurried you are, the more likely you are to get into a car accident. Certain occupations result in higher stress levels than others, therefore various occupations are more prone to car accidents than others. While your occupation may not be the only factor behind your insurance rate, it may be a reason you are charged a higher car insurance premium. Below is a list of the top ten occupations most likely to be involved in an automobile accident.

1. Doctor
2. Lawyer
3. Architect
4. Real Estate Broker
5. Enlisted Military Personnel
6. Social Worker
7. Manual Laborer
8. Analyst
9. Engineer
10. Consultant

While insurance companies may ask for your profession when they write your policy, it is highly unlikely that they will penalize you based on this information and your profession.