Do you consider yourself a great driver? According to our Marietta car accident lawyers, we should all be reevaluating how we drive to avoid motor-vehicle accidents. Read through these safe-driving reminders and see whether you follow each one.
Safe Driving Tips
- Put your cell phone down. If your phone is in your lap and you're glancing down at it while driving, that's just as dangerous as holding it. National traffic-safety data attributes more than 3,000 deaths in 2019 to distracted driving. Buy a phone holder, use a Bluetooth earpiece, or pair your phone through the car's speakers so you can talk and still watch the road.
- Always be aware of your surroundings. A great driver constantly scans the road — left to right — to stay aware of other drivers, construction zones, and hazards. Watch for animals darting into the road, especially during deer season.
- Pay attention to your speed. Many drivers are at fault simply because they weren't watching their speed. Check speed-limit signs. Ever been pulled over and thought, "I didn't even realize how fast I was going"? Most of us have — and speeding is a common cause of pedestrian accidents.
- Don't drive if you're too tired. Falling asleep at the wheel can cost you your life or someone else's. Only get behind the wheel when you're fully alert.
- Always drive insured and with an up-to-date inspection. Driving without insurance is irresponsible and risky. And always get complete insurance information from every other driver involved in any accident.
Even Safe Drivers Get Into Accidents
Even the safest drivers end up in collisions — and car accident injuries, or dealing with insurance companies, are often too much to handle alone. Morrison & Hughes' car accident lawyers are also skilled personal injury lawyers. Serving Marietta and the entire Atlanta-metro area, The Big Guns have helped people just like you with car accident claims — as well as motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, personal injury, workers' compensation, and disability.