Beware of National Weed Day: Insurers could see an increase in auto claims

The likelihood of traffic fatalities could increase by as much as 12% after 4 p.m. on April 20th due to drivers operating vehicles while under the influence of cannabis in recognition of National Weed Day, or ’4/20′. (Photo: Shutterstock)

As the legalization of cannabis grows, the annual ’4/20 stoner holiday’ is celebrated with gusto by marijuana consumers nationwide.

National Weed Day is April 20^th, and the American Property Casualty Insurers Association (APCIA) is warning drivers to be extra cautious this weekend. The JAMA Internal Medicine says that traffic fatalities are 12% more likely to occur that day after 4:20 p.m. compared to the number of incidents during the same period for the previous week.