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Are you following these tips to prevent a car accident?

On Behalf of | Nov 2, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents |

You know you could be part of a car accident even if you do nothing wrong. You also know that there are tips you can follow to enhance your safety, all with the idea of preventing trouble on the road.

Here are four tips that can help prevent a car accident:

  • Focus on driving and nothing else: Distractions are a top cause of motor vehicle accidents, so don’t let anything take your attention away from the road. Cellphone use is a common distraction, so turn your device off before you hit the road.
  • Practice defensive driving: There is never a good time to act aggressively when driving. Driving defensively helps you avoid situations that can cause an accident.
  • Leave more time in your schedule: Driving safely means never being in a hurry. If you leave more time in your schedule, you won’t find yourself on the road and in a rush.
  • Keep an eye on other drivers: Even if you’re driving safely, others may not take this approach. From speeding to illegal lane changes, from distracted driving to driving under the influence, you need to watch others as closely as possible.

If you’re part of a car accident, move to safety and check yourself for injuries. Depending on the situation, you may want to call 911. The dispatcher can send police and an ambulance to the scene, which should make things easier on you.

As time allows, file an insurance claim, learn more about the accident and think about the steps you can take to hold the other driver responsible for causing the crash.