{"id":2490,"date":"2019-10-11T14:41:21","date_gmt":"2019-10-11T14:41:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/?p=2490"},"modified":"2019-10-11T14:41:21","modified_gmt":"2019-10-11T14:41:21","slug":"top-5-ways-to-avoid-a-serious-car-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/top-5-ways-to-avoid-a-serious-car-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Ways to Avoid a Serious Car Accident"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Road safety is something that should be practiced and\nappreciated all year long. Now that summer is coming to a close, Hoosiers will\nsoon be facing more inclement weather conditions, such as fog, wind, rain,\nsnow, and ice. For this reason, now is the perfect time to review some of the\nmost important road safety tips to better help you and those you love avoid\nserious car accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Motor vehicle accidents can result in a wide range of\ninjuries and damages, especially when they involve infants, young children, and\nelderly individuals. As we all know, some car accidents can even be fatal,\nwhich is why it is so important to remember driver and road safety at all times\nwhen operating a vehicle. Not only will this help protect yourself, it will\nalso better protect passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue reading to learn the top 5 ways you and your\nloved ones can achieve this level of safety and assurance while driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Five Tips to Prevent Car Accidents<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

\u2776 Adhere to All Traffic Laws and Regulations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not only should you obey all traffic rules, it is important to also adhere to all driving laws, including wearing seat-belts, maintaining an active and good-standing drivers\u2019 license, license plates, automotive insurance, car lights and maintenance, tags, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2777 Drive Sober and Clear-Headed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the most critical parts of road safety is to\nalways drive sober. Never operate a vehicle after consuming drugs or alcohol;\nthis includes OTC medications that can make you drowsy. In fact, an equally\nimportant rule is to never drive when sleepy. Fatigued driving is a top cause\nof serious car accidents, so be sure you are always rested and clear-headed before\ngetting behind the wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2778 Do Not Text and Drive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Never, under any circumstances, use your phone for texting while also operating a vehicle. Do not read emails nor text messages, and never attempt to text or send messages. Texting and driving is one of the current top causes for serious and fatal car accidents in the country. When you take your eyes off the road, even for a second, YOU ARE DRIVING BLIND.<\/strong> And the truth is, you do not have the right to drive a vehicle that weighs thousands of pounds without looking. Please educate other drivers about this vital safety rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2779 Never Follow Too Close<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When operating a vehicle, always keep the appropriate\ndistance between the car in front of you. One of the most common causes of rear\nend accidents, is following too closely. If the driver in front of you has to\nsuddenly brake, you need enough time to notice and react, safely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u277a Use Caution With Left Turns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Turning left, whether at an intersection or onto a\nstreet, can be dangerous if someone is not paying attention. Even if you have\nthe right-away, be sure to always use extra caution when making a left turn.\nYou never know when another driver decides to run a yellow or red light.\nFurthermore, be sure to only make a left turn if you are clear to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hurt in a Car Accident?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Call The Law Office of Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. at 317-881-2700<\/strong> for help filing a car accident injury claim in Indianapolis<\/a>, Indiana. Our seasoned accident lawyers, Daniel Craven, Ralph Hoover, and Keith Blazek, can help you recover the full and fair compensation you deserve after suffering a serious injury in a car accident. We offer free initial consultations and never collect lawyer fees unless we prevail for you. We represent serious injured and wrongful death clients throughout the State of Indiana. Schedule your consultation before the statutes of limitations runs out on your claim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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