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You may have heard the old saying that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. When it comes to car accidents, nothing could be truer. What are some things you can do to prevent a car accident? Here are some tips to keep in mind when out on the dangerous roads of Texas. Avoid distracted driving. As reported by the Governor's Highway Safety Association, car crashes involving distracted driving killed 3,450 people in 2016 alone. Common distractions can include phone calls, texting, social media, music, and even conversations. Avoid these as much as possible, giving your full attention to the road and surrounding traffic. Obey speed limits. Speeding is also a major contributing factor in many accidents. Although obeying the speed limit can seem annoying, the small amount of time it adds to your commute can mean a big difference in avoiding a costly accident. Never drive under the influence. Whether it's alcohol, illicit drugs, or even some prescription med...

According to crashstats, a motorcycle crash is 26 times more likely to result in a fatality than a regular car crash. The obvious reason being, motorcyclists are much more exposed than people are in cars. If you wreck a motorcycle at a high speed, your body can suffer some pretty serious injury. In this short article, you are going to learn about some effective ways of preventing a motorcycle accident. Take preventative measures The best way to prevent a motorcycle accident is to avoid putting yourself in the situation to cause one. According to nolo.com , the most common motorcycle accident occurs when cars make left turns. In fact, left-turning cars account for 42% of all motorcycle related accidents. In an effort to avoid accidents, cars should be mindful and keep an extra distance apart from motorcycles. Motorcyclists also have a responsibility to keep themselves safe. Going too fast, making dangerous movements, and not respecting other vehicles in traffic are all factors ...

Being involved in an auto accident can be one of the most stressful and frustrating things that can happen. And yet, the situation gets worse. The motorist who hit you turns out to be uninsured, meaning you don’t have the normal protection of a driver who does have an insurance policy. Auto accidents often result in serious injuries, and you’re left having to pay for the damage. The fact that the person who caused the accident is uninsured dramatically complicates matters as far as you being able to pay your medical bills, not to mention, taking care of repairing or replacing your vehicle. If you were the party that was not at fault in a collision where you were on your motorcycle, and the driver that struck you was uninsured, then you have a solid position as the plaintiff in a court case where you can fight for the compensation that’s rightfully yours. With this information in mind, these are the things that are critical to consider if you are hit by an uninsured driver. Report T...