Edward J. Babbitt, APC: Car Accident Attorney San Diego

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Thursday, April 25, 2019

Aggressive Driving Can Lead To Fatal Accident

Approximately every 7 minutes, a car accident occurs somewhere in the U.S. Since there are way too many vehicles on the roads and not enough space for all of them to travel at a high speed, traffic jams occur every day. During this time, it is impossible to drive fast and most drivers are stuck in a barely-moving traffic jam. During this time, any type of aggressive driving can and will most likely lead to an accident.

Accidents occur everywhere. They can be as minor as a rear-end bump, or a direct collision, taking more than one life. As a driver, you should be aware of the dangers of the open road and driving in the city. Here are the most common types of aggressive driving and how they can lead to a fatal car accident.

Too Fast, Too Dangerous

One thing most people enjoy is speed and that rush of adrenaline. However, when behind the wheel, every extra mile of speed reduces the vehicle’s stability, makes it harder for the driver to operate and gives less time for reaction in case something happens.

It is the speed that kills, combined with the force of the impact. You are less likely to die in a collision between two vehicles going 25-30 miles per hour than in a collision between two vehicles going 40-50 miles per hour.

The only safety measure is the speed limit – pay attention to it and avoid getting caught in a car accident by being able to maneuver your vehicle should the situation require it. If by any chance you do end up in a car accident with fatal consequences, or someone you cared for died in a car accident, contact Wrongful Death Attorneys in San Diego and schedule your free consultation as quickly as possible. They will tell you what you should do next.

Frequent Lane Switching

Road hogging is extremely dangerous, and it is used by most drivers to “get ahead” and pass through the traffic quickly. However, this puts in danger everyone on the road. By switching lanes constantly, you make other drivers around you nervous, and if one of them does not pay attention to you, the chances are that they will hit you. Again, it may not be their fault, depending on how many times you switched lanes and how safely you performed it.

Tailgating

Driving too close to another vehicle is dangerous for both of you. BY doing so, you will put pressure on the other driver and at the same time, be unable to slow down or evade a collision if the driver in front of you decides to stop for whatever reason.

Keep a safe distance, and always give your vehicle and the driver in front of you enough maneuvering space. You never know why the driver in front of you may hit the brakes, all of a sudden.

Distracted Driving

The worst type of driving is distracted driving. It puts everyone in danger on the road, and it is the number one cause of car accidents. Distractions can be anything, including:

Using your smartphone
Adjusting the radio
Talking with your passengers
Feeding your baby
Playing with your dog
Eating and drinking
Smoking a cigarette

Distractions are the reason why there are so many fatalities every year. If your loved one died in a car accident, caused by a distracted driver, Car Accident Attorneys in San Diego may be able to help you obtain death benefits. Get in touch with them today and find out your legal options.

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

7 Causes Of Distracted Driving Accidents In San Diego

San Diego is notorious for the number of car accidents that happen every year. Traffic jams are everywhere, and a single collision could cause many problems for other drivers. Since the city is surrounded by freeways, many drivers enter the city without slowing down. This is where mistakes happen, and where reckless individuals pay the ultimate price.

Listed below are 7 main causes of distracted driving and how to prevent them.

Speeding

It is in our nature to love fast cars and the open road. However, those rules do not apply to populated areas. Most people have problems making that transition from a freeway into a city, and without paying attention to the speed limit, end up smashing into another vehicle and causing an accident.

If you have been in a car accident involving speeding, contact car accident attorney in San Diego at Law Office of Edward J. Babbitt, APC immediately following the accident.

Not Keeping Proper Distance

If you drive too closely to the car in front of you, the chances are that the car will break and you will end up hitting their read-end bumper. Pay attention to the traffic ahead of you, and keep a safe distance between your car and the car in front of you. This is very important especially during extreme weather conditions such as ice, heavy rain and snow.

Texting

Sending messages while driving is as dangerous as it can be. Not only will your eyes not be on the road ahead, but you will not even see the other cars coming in your lane or entering the freeway. If you keep doing it, it is only a matter of time before you find yourself in a car accident.

Smoking

Many people cannot wait to get out of the car and smoke a cigarette. Unfortunately, while driving on the open road, having a cigarette in your hand can be dangerous. First, your one hand will be busy holding the cigarette and not on your wheel. Secondly, if it falls below your knees, you will try and reach it and take your eyes off the road. The accident is imminent.

Using Lanes Improperly

Even when switching lanes, the accident may happen in a split second, especially if you didn’t pay attention to the incoming cars or if you didn’t give the other drivers the proper signal. Merge properly and where you are supposed to do it and do it as safely as possible.

Fatigue

If you are driving for a while not, take some time and rest. If your body is fatigued, nothing good will come out of it. Don’t get too comfortable in the driver’s seat, as you may end up falling asleep behind the wheel and crashing into a fender or another vehicle.

Loud Music

Another common distraction is your car’s stereo. Playing too loud music won’t let you hear the horn from another vehicle, will distract your brain’s focus from the road and may cause you to end up in an accident. Get in touch with San Diego car accident attorney if you find yourself in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence or reckless driving.

How Social Media Can Ruin Your Car Accident Claim

After a car accident, it is the most natural thing to talk to your friends and family about it. Some people even go on social media websites and write a post about it. Even though it feels like letting others know how you feel is a good idea, it can have negative consequences for your car accident claim. But how is that possible?

Everything you post online becomes public. It can be seen by everyone and be used against you in many different ways. Before you post anything online following a car accident, consult with our Car Accident Attorneys in Oceanside and learn why you should never go to social media after a car accident.

Here are the most common mistakes related to social media posts and car accidents, and advice on how to avoid them.

Posting Your Opinion

Even though you strongly believe that the world cares about what you say or post on social media and hope to achieve a viral presence, the chances are that the one who will really care about your social media posts following the accident is the insurance company. Yes, they will have someone checking your social media posts every day, and before you know it, your car accident claim will be reduced by a substantial sum or completely denied for something you have done or said on social media.

This is why you should turn off your social media entirely, or simply refrain from posting anything. No pictures, no tags, no videos, no emotional or angry posts. Don’t tag yourself anywhere, don’t share anything and use your social media only to browse other people’s content and nothing more.

Conflict of Information

Assuming that you told the police everything that happened and that they have already made a report, what if you go to let’s say Twitter and post something related to the accident that you didn’t tell the police, or you told them otherwise? Even if you lie in your twitter post, it will be used against you. The insurance company will use your post as an evidence proving that you lied to the police towards your own benefit, and cause you more trouble than you can imagine. Not only will you not receive your car accident claim, but you may even face charges.

Tracking Your Location

After an accident, the insurance company may track your location and keep track of it until the case is solved. If you received an injury that immobilized you, but you are caught traveling to the gym or to the beach, the chances are that they will use that information against you to prove that you did not receive the injury in the first place. Especially if you have been participating in certain sports events or activities (or tagged in a post of someone who did participate), you will be denied your claim and lose everything.

We advise you to get in touch with Personal Injury Attorneys in Oceanside and learn everything about social media posts and how to properly protect yourself until your case is solved in your favor.