Southern California Accident Blog

Ways to Avoid a Car Accident During the Holidays

The roadways can be very dangerous during the holiday season. You may be attending parties, festivities and family gatherings to celebrate the holidays. This means more time on the Southern California freeways and roads, increasing your risk of being in a car accident. There are certain things that you can do to keep you and your family safe.

You should check weather and road conditions before leaving your house. Extreme weather such as rain and fog can pose hazards that can make driving more difficult. If the weather is too bad, you may want to consider staying at home and skipping the event.

It is imperative that you make sure you are wearing your seatbelt when traveling. Believe it or not, many drivers fail to buckle up, causing countless of lives to be lost. Also, make sure that all passengers, especially children, are properly strapped in. Their safety may depend on it.

You may want to consider leaving earlier or later for an event. Heavy commuter times are a popular place for accidents.

Avoid speeding, even if you are running behind schedule. Speeding is a major cause of car accidents.

And finally, always avoid driving if you have been drinking. Alcohol can reduce your reaction time to hazards on the roadways, increasing your chances of being in a serious auto accident.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a Southern California car accident, you should contact an experienced Los Angeles accident attorney at Steinberg & Spencer at (800) 350-8888.