Even with improved technology and greater focus on driver safety, car accidents remain commonplace. From minor fender-benders to catastrophic head-on collisions, these crashes can have severe repercussions for all involved parties involved. However, many crashes can be avoided through defensive driving and compliance with traffic laws. Stay at least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead, or extend that time when weather conditions worsen. 1. Human Error Car accidents are tragic events, but they’re also preventable. Research suggests that human error accounts for at least 90 percent of accidents. Drivers may insist they’re above average drivers while criticizing others around them for making errors; but sometimes accidents cannot be avoided entirely.…