Preparing For Winter Driving | Seattle Car Accident Lawyer
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As a Seattle car accident attorney, I know the weather conditions during the winter months can be very unforgiving. Car accidents are common and difficult to avoid in inclement weather. That is why the Washington State Patrol issued a media release providing tips to maintain your car and safe driving habits during poor weather driving conditions. Some helpful driving tips listed are decreasing speed, defrosting windows completely before setting out, and increasing visibility by turning on your headlights. Vehicle equipment should also be considered when preparing to drive through harsh conditions. Some tips provided were checking for worn out tires and windshield wipers, checking fluid levels of oil and anti-freeze, and replacing any lights that may be out. Always allow for additional travel time and plan your route according to traffic and news updates.
With winter being just around the corner and snow inevitably in the forecast, car accidents are likely to increase. Knowing road conditions in advance, understanding your car’s ability, using of proper driving skills for the weather you find yourself in, and having the right emergency gear and equipment along with you in the car, can help during emergencies.
If you or a loved one have been hurt in a car accident due to inclement weather and have questions concerning compensation, you need to contact the dedicated services of a professional Seattle car accident attorney. Car accidents can be extremely traumatic and stressful for you as well as family members. Call me at Premier Law Group and I will dedicate my time to your case in order to ensure you the medical care that you deserve. I can also work with your insurance company to make sure you receive the full compensation that you are entitled to. For more information and a FREE CONSULTATION, contact me at (206)285-1743.
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Slip and Fall: Areas to Watch Out for in Winter
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Not surprisingly, slip and fall injuries seem to increase in the winter. Snow and ice make walking surfaces slick, and pedestrians who are caught off guard can quite easily fall and injure themselves – sometimes quite severely. If you slip and fall this winter, a Philadelphia personal injury attorney at Console & Hollawell should examine your case. But the best approach, of course, is not to slip and fall in the first place. As winter approaches, be sure to walk carefully in the following areas:
Entryways and Foyers
Entryways and foyers are not exposed directly to the elements, but they can still be slippery due to melted snow. Ideally, building owners should outfit entryways and foyers with no-slip solutions, but many building owners don’t. The best way to avoid slipping in wet entryways and foyers is to walk slowly and use handrails when possible.
Elevated Walkways
Because they aren’t warmed by radiant ground heat, elevated walkways become icy faster than sidewalks. Weather forecasters often remind drivers that bridges get slick before ground-level roads, and we even see these warnings on road signs. But those warnings aren’t just for motorists. Pedestrians should also heed this warning when they use elevated walkways.
Remote Parking Lots
During the Christmas shopping season, many shoppers park wherever they can, including in remote parking lots that don’t receive the best maintenance. When parking in these lots, many people fall immediately after exiting their car. To avoid that fate, test the slickness of the ground with one foot while you remain in the driver’s seat.
Vehicle Steps
From the steps and ladders on big rigs to the running boards on SUVs, the stepping surfaces on vehicles are ice magnets. Prior to placing your full weight on a step or ladder rung, check it for ice with your toe or hand.
Have You Been Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident?
Slip and fall accidents happen year round, but winter weather can make them more likely. At Console & Hollawell, our PA personal injury attorneys are experienced with all types of slip and fall accidents. If you’ve fallen in an area that you didn’t know was slick, speak with a Philadelphia personal injury attorney at our firm today.
For over 17 years, the PA personal injury attorneys at Console & Hollawell have helped injury victims recover damages via settlement or court trial. Call us today for a free consultation.
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