News stories frequently include spectacular car crashes. Many recent news stories, however, have given information that can actually keep you safe on the road, provided you follow it. Some of this advice will be obvious to some people, but it may be new to others. Here are some things to consider when you are out on the roads.
Dangerous Routes
If you happen to live in Dallas, realize that I 635 is one of the most dangerous roads in Texas. Being safe on Texas Roads oftentimes means identifying the dangerous routes and avoiding them at all costs. This doesn’t mean, of course, that the dangerous routes are not traversable, it simply means that you may want to take an alternate route if possible.
New Signs
Insurance companies have taken to putting up signs designed to remind people to look out for motorcyclists. Summer is upon us and a lot of people are going to be out on the road on two wheels. When you take a look down the road for oncoming traffic, take an extra second to look for motorcycles. They’re not always easy to see and, unfortunately, some motorcyclists make the markedly unwise move of driving without their lights on during the day.
Pay Attention
News stories regarding distracted driving have been in the media a lot lately. Distracted driving, in a way, has become the latest thing that the media is trying to raise awareness of. This is not sensationalism. National traffic authorities have reported hundreds of thousands of injuries due to distracted driving and thousands of people are killed every year because of it. Pay attention when you’re driving. The only thing you have to worry about is the road.
Even if you are making every effort to drive safely, you may run into the occasional driver who ends up causing a significant hazard. These drivers sometimes do not pay attention, sometimes they happen to be on one of the fastest roads in Dallas and are still trying to drive faster than everyone else and, sometimes, they’re intoxicated. Be sure you stay safe when you’re on the highways and be sure you stay aware, above all other things. If you are injured by a negligent driver, look for a personal injury attorney with experience handling these cases. They may be able to help you win compensation for your pain and suffering, medical expenses and any other expenses that resulted from the crash.
