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10 New Year's Resolutions Drivers Will Want to Keep
December 31, 2015 | Category: Wrongful Death | Share
“As we enter the new year of 2016, we may anticipate that this is a new start. This start may involve more time with family, working more efficiently, more exercise, and a better diet. These are all worthy resolutions. However, when considering what makes the list, let’s consider the following 10 driver safety resolutions, some of which are recommended by Consumer Reports. We at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., recommend adopting and following these New Year’s Resolutions, and wish you all a Happy and Safe New Year,” said Attorney Randall Spivey.
- Never Drink and Drive - Before drinking, select a designated driver or means of getting home which does not involve driving yourself. There are also services available to drive you home. Have the number of one ready before the partying starts.
- Do not use your cell phone when driving – If you cannot overcome the urge to use your cell phone, use an app to block it. You can also put your cell phone in the glove compartment or in the backseat out of reach.
- Obey the speed limit – Speed is a factor in about one-third of fatal accidents.
- Always buckle up – Seat belts save over 12,000 lives a year.
- Yield to pedestrians – Pedestrians make up about 13 percent of all fatalities. As a driver, you need to be particularly vigilant around crosswalks looking for pedestrians.
- Observe bicycle lanes – Remember in Florida bicycles are legally defined as vehicles, and bicyclists are drivers. With these definitions, bicyclists have the same rights to the roadways. Other drivers are to observe the bicyclists’ rights to use the bike lanes.
- Watch for motorcyclists – With Florida’s beautiful weather, it is a paradise for motorcyclists. They are everywhere, and other vehicle drivers are to “Share The Road”.
- Always use a proper car seat – Florida law requires:
- Children 5 years old or younger must be secured in a federally-approved child restraint system.
- Children 3 years old and younger must use a separate car seat or the vehicle’s built-in child seat.
- Children 4 through 5 years must sit in either a separate car seat, a built-in child seat or a seat belt, depending on the child’s height and weight.
- Children 6 through 17 years old must be in a seatbelt.
- Protect teen drivers – If you are the parent of a teen driver, make sure he/she follows all the graduated licensing rules.
- Maintain your vehicle and tires – Performing regular tire checks and routine maintenance will help insure your vehicle will stay at optimal condition.
“If you or a loved one are involved in a vehicle accident, please contact us at Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., we have the experience to assist you,” said Attorney Spivey.
Fort Myers Vehicle Accident Attorney, Randall L. Spivey is a Board Certified Trial Attorney – the highest recognition for competence bestowed by the Florida Bar and a distinction earned by just one (1%) percent of Florida attorneys. He has handled over 2,000 personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout Florida. For a free and confidential consultation to discuss your legal rights, contact the Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., in Lee County at 239.337.7483 or toll free at 1.888.477.4839,or by email to Randall@SpiveyLaw.com. Visit SpiveyLaw.com for more information. You can contact Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A.in Charlotte County at 941.764.7748 and in Collier County 239.793.774