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A new black box is being installed in cars so data can be collected electronically to help reveal what happens in those few minutes before a major car accident takes place.

These have become extremely important for police, insurance companies and traffic safety engineers.

About 60% of cars have these black boxes called event data recorders or EDR's installed in them. The EDR's record information on how fast the car was going and if the brakes or airbags did or didn't work.

The EDR's are able to provide impartial information that help researchers improve performance and prevention of future accidents. Especially with the attention that Toyota has been getting lately with their cars.

Advocates for Vehicle Safety are lobbying on Capitol Hill to require EDR data collection after a serious car accident.

Although the EDR's are thought by many to be beneficial, there is some controversy in regard to privacy issues from the data collected from accidents and what police should legally be able to use in a case.

The EDR originally came about from the need for car manafacturers to see how airbags were performing when put to the test.

Although EDR's are helping to catch negligent drivers who are responsible for accidents, seeking the advice of an experienced Bellevue car accident lawyer can help you file your claim and ensure you receive fair compensation for your accident injuries.

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