Coral Springs Car Accident Lawyers Ask That You Have a Safe Memorial Day Traveling On Florida's Roads

 

As approximately 35 million Americans plan to travel via motor vehicle this Memorial Day holiday weekend, the Coral Springs injury lawyers and Weston injury lawyers at Citron & Bloom urge drivers throughout the State of Florida to think while behind the wheel. Although, and according to the AAA, there will be 100,000 less travelers on the roadways this year from 2010, almost 31 million people will be driving 50 miles or more this weekend to a family get together or to see relatives.

With this many drivers on the roads, there is bound to be an increase in car accidents and other motor vehicle accidents. Lawyer firm in California. Here are some friendly tips to keep you and your family safe this holiday weekend when driving on Florida's roadways:

- always wear a seatbelt - seatbelts save lives. It was reported that seat belts saved more than 13,000 lives nationwide last year alone

- check your tire pressure before hitting the roads. Not only does it help with the safety of the automobile but it helps save on the cost of gas

- drive the speed limit - speeding causes accidents

- confirm that your insurance coverage is up to date and that you have elected uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage on your policy

- avoid driver fatigue - take numerous breaks while driving long distances

- do not drive while distracted - make sure you do not text or email while driving and do not eat food while you are behind the wheel. Also, keep the radio's volume down

Even if you follow these steps and are a safe driver, accidents can happen. If you or someone you know is injured over Memorial Day weekend, please call Citron & Bloom immediately - even on Memorial Day itself - for a free consultation. Don't wait for your injuries to worsen. Know your rights that day.