Approaching virtually any task in a “DIY” manner is commendable. Whether you fix a leaky roof on your own or sew your daughter’s prom dress by hand, investing your time and energy into a task rather than delegating it can be a commendable course of action. However, there are tasks that you should simply not DIY.
As an owner of a vehicle, you are responsible for many types of routine maintenance to ensure your vehicle is safe and road worthy. But you can also prevent certain accidents from happening with a little extra routine maintenance and preventative care. By taking some extra time before hitting the road, you could potentially spare yourself from the pain, injury, and costs associated with causing an accident.
California mandates that people put young children in car seats or booster seats for their safety. But what happens if you follow the rules, but the seat fails you in an accident?
Vehicle accidents are a leading cause of death for children under 13. If you are a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, not following child passenger safety laws puts your child passengers at risk of injury or death in an accident- and you could even face criminal charges.
Pulling up to an intersection where the lights are flashing or blinking is a recognizable but not-so-frequent scenario for many drivers. A flashing red light operates the same way as a stop sign – your vehicle must come to a complete stop in the intersection and you must yield to traffic and pedestrians, only proceeding when the way is clear.
The aftermath of a car accident is often confusing, especially when fault is unclear or disputed, and multiple drivers and vehicles are involved. At the Law Offices of Samer Habbas, one common question that we hear after an accident, is “Should I call my insurance after an accident, even if I wasn’t at fault?”
