We all have bad days. Running late, having a tough day at work, or other emotional factors can all affect our ability to think clearly and drive safely. These can trigger aggressive driving behavior like honking and tailgating, leading to dangerous accidents. If you’ve been a victim of an aggressive driver, it certainly isn’t a pleasant experience and can impact your life even if an accident doesn’t occur.
Vehicle collisions can be avoided. A safe, defensive driver can ensure that he/she and his/her passengers arrive safely by taking some simple precautions. Here are a few tips from your South Carolina personal injury lawyers on how to be a better driver: Maintain awareness This is especially important now that it’s winter and the weather …
How To Best Avoid A Winter Car Accident Most people don’t enjoy driving during the winter. Ice, sleet, and snow make roads slick and can provide drivers with poor visibility. Around Christmas, people can be distracted and in a hurry to make it to their families or get some last-minute holiday shopping done. These conditions …
Distracted driving can be classified as anything that diverts your attention from the road while driving, even if for only a second. Eating and drinking, talking to other passengers, and looking at our phones are all common distractions that cause severe and even deadly accidents in the U.S. every year. The Clardy Law Firm conducted …
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Winter driving can be hazardous and scary even in places like South Carolina, where we seldom get heavy snowfall. Preparing ahead of time can make your trips out on the road safer and help you prepare for an emergency should the worst happen. Here is the list of winter driving safety tips, based on the …
Driving on Slippery Roads : Tips To Save Your Life Oils And Grease Build Up On urban streets that see a lot of traffic, oil and lubricant residue build up on the road surface from cars. The longer it hasn’t rained, the thicker the buildup. These residue buildups get very slippery when it rains. …
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Sharing The Road With Semi-Trucks Did you know about 76% of commercial vehicle accidents are caused by drivers in passenger cars? While many times these accidents are caused by distracted drivers, a lot of these accidents occur because drivers don’t know how to properly drive around large vehicles. Semis face a lot of limitations that …
Motorcyclist Safety Driving next a motorcycle is different than driving next to other vehicles. Motorcycles are often smaller and harder to see. They don’t have the safety of metal framing, seatbelts, or airbags to protect the rider in a vehicle collision. This is why drivers need to learn how to share the road with cyclists …
No matter the season, motorcycle safety should always be a top priority for those that enjoy the hobby. Enjoying a long ride will be especially fun when you know you will make it to your destination safe and sound. If you have had a motorcycle accident, contact a motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as you are able. A lawyer …
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Safe driving tips are hardly ever in short supply. The internet overflows with advice on the benefits of wearing seat-belts and the dangers of texting while driving. How about some new safe driving tips that could save you from filing an insurance claim or even potentially save your life? No Foggy Windows While Driving in …
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