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The Thanksgiving holiday is quickly approaching and many families are finalizing their travel plans. Even with all the excitement of seeing loved ones, travelers are encouraged to keep a few safety tips in mind as they load their vehicles in preparation for the trip. Ft. Myers personal injury lawyer Randall Spivey wants to remind drivers that injuries from motor vehicle accidents "can leave a person with a lifetime of pain and suffering, medical bills and lost wages." Accordingly, it is important to keep your traveling companions as safe as possible to avoid making a potentially joyous holiday a tragic one.

What Travelers Can Do to Prepare for the Trip

Many drivers do the basics when it comes to trip preparation, which often includes putting gas in the vehicle and getting an oil change, if needed.  However, drivers are encouraged to get their vehicles tuned up, if they have not done so recently. It is advised you schedule for a trained professional to check the vehicle's brakes, tires and other systems that may be in need of repair. Doing so ahead of time will help drivers avoid the stress of vehicle breakdowns while on the way to your final destination.

Additionally, travelers should keep trip kits in their vehicles that consist of blankets, water, road flares and first aid equipment. Doing so can assist drivers and passengers in the event the vehicle becomes disabled and allow them to safely wait for help. Travelers may also want to pack other items, including non-perishable snacks, sweaters, sunglasses and maps.

Knowing your travel route ahead of time can also be of great help to drivers who may be going to locations with which they are unfamiliar. While many people rely on GPS systems to navigate for them they are not always fool-proof. Drivers should have at least two alternate travel routes prepared ahead of time in case something happens on the original route that could cause significant delay.

Drivers who are taking especially long trips are advised to travel with other potential drivers who are willing to help them with driving duties when needed. Traveling with a partner who can help navigate the trip or take over driving when you become tired can be a huge help in avoiding possible accidents. Your Ft. Myers personal injury lawyer knows all too well how drowsy driving can lead to serious accidents and injuries. But such incidents can be avoided with proper planning.

Do Not Take Unnecessary Risks: Keep Your Holiday Safe

Driving to visit family and loved ones is a tradition for many people. For some, it is the most economical means of travel and without the option, many individuals would not be able to see family members during the holiday season. "Going home" for the holidays does not have to end tragically for you or your traveling companions if you keep the above-mentioned tips in mind before taking the trip.

If you have been injured in an accident or if you have concerns about keeping your holiday travel safe, contact a Ft. Myers personal injury lawyer at the Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. right away for advice.