At Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas we are here to help the victims of car accidents but we also want to help find ways to avoid these accidents in the first place. One of the first steps you can take to reduce your chances of being in an accident is to know what you’re most at risk. In the event of rain, you’re likely not surprised to learn that crashes go up.
However, you might be surprised to learn the most dangerous time to b on the road. You might think it’s in the 5 – 6 PM range when everyone is commuting but it’s actually 3 PM. In fact, the number of crashes at 3 PM is significantly higher than either 4 PM or 5 PM, though accidents are common during those hours. Past 7 PM, the likelihood of an accident is once again reduced. Now that you know that, you’ll know when to be on extra alert.
Change your driving habits during rain showers
You can’t control someone hitting you but you can take extra care to be as safe as you can. When it’s wet out, there are some tips that can keep you safer. For example, remember that it takes your car longer to stop on wet cement than it does on dry cement. Why? Because the water reduces friction between the road and your wheels. Be sure you’re leaving plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front of you and start stopping sooner than you normally would.
Be aware of who’s around you
The next step you can take is to be sure you’re aware not just of where you’re going but of other driver’s around you. This is especially true when it comes to motorcycle accidents because they can often be in your blind spot, but you should always know who’s around you have a plan in the event a car swerves into your lane or makes an abrupt spot.
If you’ve already been in an accident there is help for you
While we’d prefer you never got into a car accident, Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas is here to help in the event that you do. Never take the insurance company’s first offer. Always have a personal injury firm go over your options with you. In some cases, we may work to find a middle ground and settle with the insurance companies, while in other situations we may take the case to court.
One thing’s for sure: You’ll always get a free consultation from us. That gives you a chance to consider what we offer and what your options are before you decide to move forward. If you do decide to move forward with your case, we’ll take it on a contingency basis, which means you won’t have to pay us unless you get a settlement. For more information, call Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas today at 909-982-0707.
