Ottawa Ontario Personal Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth on Winter Driving Safety

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Ottawa, Canada (prHWY.com) December 13, 2011 - All Ottawa personal injury lawyers will tell you how important safe driving is in Ontario winter weather conditions. We all know that our Ontario winters bring extreme cold and snowy conditions, which are often very dangerous and lead to fatality and serious personal injuries such as brain injury, spinal cord injury and serious orthopedic injury. As an Ottawa personal injury lawyer, I meet daily with Ontario accident victims who have suffered serious personal injury. Unfortunately , Ottawa personal injury lawyers can't turn back the clock; however the best Ottawa personal injury lawyers can continue to advise everyone who walks, drives, bikes, snowmobiles in Ontario about road safety and steps to take to avoid personal injury. It is important that you understand your vehicle. The first step in handling the wet, snowy, or icy road conditions is knowing your vehicle, it's braking distance and how it handles itself in difficult driving conditions.

It may seem obvious, but also make sure to drive slower than you typically would. It's shocking how many Ontario accident reports I read as an Ottawa personal injury lawyer that indicate speed was a factor in the accident. Slow down! When the roads are slick, it is much more difficult to control vehicles. As a pedestrian, you are also much more susceptible to slipping off a sidewalk or down a road and cars cannot always brake as quickly as they could have if the roads were dry.

Another tip I often offer as an Ottawa personal injury lawyer is to get your vehicle serviced regularly. I highly recommend you get your car serviced before winter weather sets in; perhaps when you are getting your snow tires put on. Have them check everything including washer fluid, windshield blades, tire pressure, tire treads, lights, brakes, ignition and battery. Driving in winter weather, snow, ice, wet and cold creates a great challenge for vehicles and drivers. Keeping your vehicle in good repair reduces your overall chances for any mishap or disaster while driving, particularly in winter weather. To prepare your vehicle for winter driving give it a complete checkup.

It is important to check weather and travel conditions before heading out. Give yourself extra time for travel and, if weather is bad, wait for conditions to improve. They will eventually. Make sure to tell someone where you are going. If driving becomes too risky, turn back or look for a safe place to take a rest until the weather lets up and it is safe to drive. Make sure you always have enough fuel and try to keep the fuel tank at least half-full.

If you are planning a longer drive, be alert, well rested and sober behind the wheel and always wear your seat belt. When worn correctly, seat belts save lives. Lap belts should be kept low and snug over the hips, while shoulder belts should always be worn across the chest. Children aged 12 and under should ride in the back seat, safely seated in a car seat or booster seat made for their size and age.

Since 1999, as an Ottawa personal injury lawyer I have helped thousands of Ontario families who have injured themselves or who have lost a loved one in an Ontario accident. After an accident, it is important that you consult with an experienced Ottawa personal injury lawyer to ensure you get the maximum compensation you need from the insurance company. The best Ottawa personal injury lawyers have the experience and relationships to ensure you and your family get everything they need following an accident. Let them work for you so you can focus on your recovery. For more information visit David Hollingsworth, Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyers at www.ottawainjury.ca .

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