From road trips to last minute plans, to even just needing a quick Dairy Queen blizzard at 10:30 p.m., we all end up driving at night for one reason or another. This is very common, but it’s also pretty common that people can run into some serious accidents. In fact, research shows that night driving is one of the leading causes of accidents. There are many factors that contribute to this, which is why our car accident lawyer in Topeka is here to provide you with some tips on staying safe. Learn more in our blog, and if you’re experiencing negative effects from an accident, schedule a consultation with our personal injury lawyer today.
Why is this true? There are a number of reasons, all of which we’ll go into further detail in a later blog:
While our car accident lawyers specialize in helping people after they’ve been wrongly injured at the fault or negligence of another driver, we want everyone to be safe on the road. Your safety and well-being are a top priority for the team at Roger Fincher, Attorney at Law, which is why we’ve compiled a list of tips to help make driving at night a standard experience — not a statistic.
A burned out taillight or busted headlight might not mean as much during the day, but it could make a huge difference in safety when it comes to driving at night. This not only helps you see better and abstain from squinting, but it makes your vehicle more visible to other motorists (and even animals). Ideally, you should check your lights every time before you’re about to drive at night, but at the very least, perform a monthly check to ensure everything’s working as it should. Secondly, take your car in for standard maintenance checks every several months — an auto shop will be able to detect if anything is acting up. And of course, if there is a problem with your lights or turn signals, get these fixed immediately! It won’t just save you a potential ticket, it could actually save your life.
As we’ve discussed in previous blogs, it can be so easy to fall into the trap of driving when you’re tired, in order to get to your destination sooner. Our car accident lawyer calls this a trap, because it can lead to so many more complications if you fall asleep at the wheel. You could take several hours to rest, or you could end up recovering from a car accident for several months. Listen to your body when you’re tired — gunning for the destination when you’re exhausted is not worth the risk.
“I’m only going to have one drink tonight” are the famous last words that so many people have uttered, before eventually doing the exact opposite. Drinking can lead to poor judgment, which is why you’ll need to make smart decisions regarding the road before you even go out. Don’t bring the car keys, don’t rely on friends who are also going to be drinking, and make your plans so much easier — plan on taking a Lyft or calling for an Uber. Sure, it costs more, but paying for something out of safety is one of the wisest choices you can make.
Nighttime driving is not the time to be riding on someone’s tail (though arguably, there’s never a time to do that). Whether you’re on the highway, trying to make a lane change, or on a backroad following a friend, leave plenty of room between you and the motorists in front of you. Drive defensively, and don’t assume that things will be just fine.
The reality is that things are normally fine when you practice safe driving — but this is not always the case. When something does happen and you end up being in an accident at the negligence of another driver, Roger Fincher, Attorney at Law is here to learn more about your case. Specializing in personal injury law, and accidents involving cars,motorcycles, and trucks, we could be able to help you seek the justice you deserve. Contact us today to get started.
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