The Shelnutt Law Firm, P.C. Blog
Friday, October 9, 2009
Steps to Reduce Wrong-Way Crashes
Seeing another car speeding toward you in your lane can be a terrifying experience. At high speeds you may have less than one second to decide what to do. Statistics show that "every inch off-center" can lower the impact significantly. This is the difference between colliding head-on and hitting off-center by turning your vehicle to the right The farther to the right you can pull before impact, the less damage and possibly fewer injuries you can expect. If you feel you will be involved in a wrong-way automobile crash, avoid the impulse to pull to the left. If the other driver decides to act, he will likely pull to his right to avoid you. If you're pulling left you’ll be headed right for him. Decelerating will decrease the impact. If you have to hit something, hitting softer objects, like a bush, will lessen the impact. Many intoxicated people get going the wrong way making them unpredictable. If you suspect intoxication, pull to the shoulder and just stop until they’ve passed. Use your turn signal whenever possible to let the other driver know what you’re doing. If you are the one going the wrong way, pull over and stop. Turn your care around when safe. More tips from professional drivers:
- Scan the road 1/4 mile ahead, continuously.
- Check all mirrors every 30 seconds.
- Assess the scene ahead.
- Decide what to do.
- Do it.
If you have been involved in a wrong way automobile accident please contact the Shelnutt Law Firm, P.C., serving residents in Birmingham, Anniston and Gadsden, Alabama today to schedule a no-cost, confidential consultation with our experienced auto accident attorneys.
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