Staying Alert Could Save a Life

Back to School season is upon us, and while some parents are dreaming of the long afternoons and quiet mornings without the kids, many people are already dreading the added traffic during morning and afternoon rush hours.

No matter which group you’re in, it’s important to talk about safety with your children and teen drivers. The accident lawyers of The Law Offices of Michael B. Brehne, P.A. bring these safety tips so we can all arrive happy and healthy to our destinations.

Safety Starts At Home

If you have a child who walks to school, rides a school bus or is taken via a carpool, it’s important to discuss how to stay safe. For those who walk to school, they should walk with someone if possible and never play or fool around near traffic. It’s easy to get sidetracked when walking with friends, but even a gentle push can spell disaster near a busy street or intersection.

Children who ride a school bus or participate in a carpool should also exhibit safe behavior as a passenger. It’s important not to yell or scream, always remain seated, and wear a safety belt. Also, passengers should not try to distract the driver.

Student Drivers

It’s an exciting time for high school students who can finally drive to school! But before you let your teen on the road, talk to them about safe driving practices. Make sure they are aware of the rules regarding passing school buses and that they understand why it’s important to follow the speed limit (especially in a school zone!).

As a driver, it’s good to be aware that a new school year brings an influx of student drivers to the area. While high school students have less driving experience, college students may be less familiar with their surroundings. Student drivers may be distracted as they ponder classes, new friends and adjust to their classrooms and campuses. As an experienced driver, being aware of these less experienced drivers can make all the difference when a mistake can easily turn tragic.

Your Daily Commute

No one looks forward to the mass of traffic that accumulates in the morning and afternoons when school starts up, but it’s inevitable. The best thing you can do as a more experienced driver is to watch out for car accidents by staying alert so you can avoid collisions. This may mean letting a driver merge in front of you even though it’s your turn or maneuvering quickly when someone is careless. Instead of allowing your emotions to turn to road rage, take a deep breath and remember that you were once an inexperienced driver who probably made a mistake or two. Removing hatred and anger from your commute will help you avoid becoming stressed which is when we all do things we shouldn’t, like cut-off someone in traffic or weave from lane to lane.

Accident Attorneys in Orlando, FL

If you have been involved in an accident with a bus, car or pedestrian, contact a personal injury attorney at The Law Office of Michael B. Brehne, P.A.