How to Drive Defensively: 5 Tips from a Central Texas Personal Injury Lawyer

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Reducing Your Risk of Sustaining an Injury in a Car Accident

Car accidents are dangerous and unfortunately will continue to be a part of life in Central Texas for the foreseeable future. While there is no way to guarantee that you will never be injured in a car accident, there are precautions that you can take to help you stay safe on our roads. In the unfortunate event that you are injured in an auto accident, you should discuss your case with a Central Texas car accident lawyer as soon as you can.

Put Your Distractions Aside

We all live busy lives that are full of competing distractions. Not the least of these distractions are our smartphones. You should not, however, be interacting with your phone when you are behind the wheel. Driving is a serious responsibility and requires your utmost concentration. When you get behind the wheel of your car, always put distractions like your phone away. You will help keep the roadway safer for everyone who travels on it. Additionally, be on the lookout for distracted drivers in your midst. They are out there, and they are dangerous; keep your distance.

Do Not Drink and Drive

If you have been drinking, do not get behind the wheel of your car. This seems quite obvious, but many people fail to adhere to this important safety rule. Remember that even a drink or two can negatively affect your driving. If your plans include cocktails, make alternative driving arrangements by designating a driver or taking a cab or Uber. Again, be on the lookout for impaired drivers, and avoid them. Don’t hesitate to call your local police department if you believe a driver poses a risk

Do Not Exceed the Speed Limit

The speed limit is set for a very important reason – to help keep our roadways safer for everyone who travels on them. When you speed, you not only increase the odds that you will be in a car accident but you also increase the odds that it will be an injury-causing accident. The faster you drive, the less time you have to react to whatever is happening on the road in front of you. Remember, too, that the speed limit is set for ideal road conditions. If the weather is bad or traffic is very heavy, you need to adjust your speed accordingly.

Park with Care

You may think the need to carefully adhere to all the rules of the road ends when you pull into the parking lot at your destination. Parking lots, however, can be very dangerous spaces. Drivers are often determined to get ideal parking spots and are not focused on driving safely. Further, pedestrians – including children – can seemingly appear out of nowhere. Remain alert to everything that is going on around you in the parking lot, and always proceed with caution.

If Another Driver Has Left You Injured, Contact a Central Texas Personal Injury Lawyer Today

If you have been injured by another driver’s negligence, you need an experienced personal injury attorney. At The Law Office of Brett H. Pritchard in Central Texas, we are committed to helping you make your way through this difficult experience. Our dedicated personal injury attorneys have the experience and compassion to aggressively advocate for the compensation to which you are entitled. We are here to help, so please contact or call us at (254) 220-4225 today.

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