As the country – and the state of California – gets ready to re-open, it is important to remember to follow basic safety rules and regulations. While car accidents have been on the decline due to fewer people on the road, there is concern that as people get excited to be back on the roads, they will not pay attention to these basic safety rules. Keep reading to make sure you are ready to hit the road but remember that you can contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 if you require a free legal consultation after an accident.
Avoid Traveling at Peak Times
It is just simple math: the fewer drivers there on the road with you, the less your chance will be of becoming the victim of a car accident. If you do not have to drive at 5 PM on a Friday, then you should not. Stick to the times between morning and evening commutes for the safest driving times. Remember that nighttime not only decreases visibility but also increases the chance that you will become the victim of a drunk driver.
Give Yourself Extra Time to Travel
As more people get out and about, you can count on changes in traffic patterns compared to those of the last few months. To avoid the temptation to speed, run through red lights, and otherwise drive unsafely, leave yourself plenty of extra time to get to your destination.
Do Not Drive if You Are Drowsy
If you are drowsy, then you are not safe to drive – it is that simple. Some studies have shown that a person who has not slept in 18 hours is as unsafe to drive as a person who is intoxicated. If you are going to be driving a long distance, make sure you are sleeping at appropriate times. Get out and stretch on a regular basis. Remember that there is only so much caffeine can do.
Buckle Up
There is never a day when you should get into a car and take off without buckling up. As you get back into the habit of driving, make sure this is part of that habit. Remember that the best predictor of whether or not a person will die in a car accident is whether or not they were wearing their seatbelt.
If you are injured in a car accident on California roads, you can contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 to request a free legal consultation.
