Studies show that senior drivers are most often given citations for driving in the same manner as a distracted driver
. Failure to stop, erratic lane changes, improper turns, and failure to yield the right of way are among the most common mistakes. In some cases, accidents can be avoided by other drivers using their reflexes and driving defensively; but accidents cannot always be avoided. When an accident occurs, not only are senior citizens at an increased risk of injury, but everyone involved shares that potential.