Recently, U.S. regulators conducted a study and noticed an alarming statistic: in the first half of 2022, traffic deaths in the United States rose to 20,175, which is the highest number killed in this period since 2006. Though this number is saddening, as most, if not all of these deaths were preventable, it is not entirely shocking. Even during the COVID pandemic when fewer people were on the road, fatalities still went up. This says a lot of things about both our society and the dire need for a response at a government level to help bring this number down significantly.
That said, there are certain measures you can take, as a responsible driver, to do your part in limiting the number of accidents and fatalities caused by them. Just some critical driving safety tips are as follows:
- Stay focused and aware of your surroundings at all times
- Do not exceed the speed limit
- If you’re dealing with inclement weather, travel under the speed limit
- Never tail other motorists; always leave several car lengths of space in between vehicles
- Never drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Always make sure headlights and blinkers are fully functional
- Do not drive aggressively, even if others are
- Never drive while distracted, such as while on the phone or while eating
- Always check blind spots before merging or changing lanes
- Yield the right of way to pedestrians
- Never drive your motor vehicle in the bike lane
- Always obey traffic lights and signs
- Follow all other rules and regulations of the road at all times
By taking the aforementioned steps, you drastically increase your chances of having a safe trip and avoiding an accident. Unfortunately, however, though you can regulate your own behavior, you cannot regulate the behavior and driving habits of others. That said, if you or a loved one was obeying the rules of the road, when you were suddenly struck by a careless motorist, you can turn to our firm to help you get the compensation you need. We understand how devastating auto accident injuries can be, and we are here to help you seek justice. If you have any further questions or would like to file a personal injury claim, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a Bronx car accident lawyer from the Law Office of Richard M. Kenny today.
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