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Buckling Your Seatbelt Could Save You Money in the Long Run
A new report shows that those who buckle up save money when involved in a car crash requiring a trip to the hospital.

Marva Boyd, acting chief of staff with the Illinois Department of Transportation, says that wearing a seatbelt can actually save you money if you're involved with crash that requires a hospital visit.

"The hospital costs of a crash where the driver was belted and alcohol is not involved is nearly $49,000."

A driver who was sober and not buckled up spent nearly $22,000 more on hospital bills. Costs are slightly higher for drivers who are under the influence if alcohol.

A belted driver in a crash where alcohol was involved spent roughly $52,000, while an un-belted non-sober driver in a crash spent roughly $73,000 at a hospital.
12 31 10 by Newsroom
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