When you first start driving, you read through the driver’s manual and memorize driving laws so you know every single rule and can pass your driving test at the DMV in Salt Lake City. However, you probably don’t remember all the rules, and you possibly ignore some important ones.
It is the start of a new year; instead of ignoring some important rules, improve your driving and avoid an auto accident. Be more mindful of these rules that are often broken.
Texting and Driving
At any given time throughout the day, about 650,000 drivers are driving while trying to text or use their phone while behind the wheel. While smart phones are a wonderful way to stay connected, it is necessary to put your phone down while driving. You can easily get distracted and cause a car accident. If you cause an accident, you will want to get in contact with a good lawyer to help you through the process.
Illegal Moves
Between not coming to a full stop or weaving in and out of traffic while driving on the freeway, these are illegal maneuvers and if an officer catches you, you will definitely get a ticket. Not only can you get a ticket, but you can also cause an accident. These are irresponsible behaviors that you don’t want to continue.
Wearing a Seatbelt
Wearing a seatbelt can reduce injury and death rates by 50 percent. There is no reason to not wear a seatbelt. They can save lives. If you are driving, be sure to wear your seatbelt, but ask your passengers to wear them as well. A wrongful death or injury could occur to the passengers. Insurance companies might try to blame you. Call a lawyer at Robert J. DeBry & Associates to represent you.
You can start this new year off right by improving your driving habits. Stop texting and driving, performing illegal moves and start wearing a seatbelt. If you happen to be in a car accident, a lawyer will help you throughout the process.
Sources:
https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/distracted-driving
https://www.icebike.org/texting-and-driving/