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May 29, 2017 | Auto Accidents | Social Share
Schools are starting to close for the summer, which means a lot of freedom and independence for teenagers. There’s a lot to look forward to: Summer means road trips and other vacations, and even before that, there are proms and graduation ceremonies.
However, the months between graduation and the start of the next semester can be some of the most dangerous for teen drivers simply because they’re out on the road more during those months and don’t have as much driving experience as the adults around them do.
Car collisions are one of the most common and preventable types of accidents, and they can be some of the most dangerous. Even a small car wreck can change your teen’s life forever.
That’s why, in observation of National Youth Traffic Safety Awareness Month, we recommend talking to your child about how to be safer on the road. Here are some topics to discuss.
Setting a good example for your child about being a safe driver is a good start, but having a conversation with them about road safety could mean saving their life. Stress that no one is invincible and the importance of being careful as well as keeping these safety tips in mind:
It’s possible that a lecture on being safe behind the wheel could get you some eye-rolling. Talking about the dangers that they’ll face on the road, rather than just listing safety tips, is also an important step. Encourage your child to pay attention and let them know what could happen if they don’t and they get into a car accident:
No matter how well you teach them or how well they listen, nothing can completely prevent a car accident from happening to your teenager. The advice of their parents, teachers, and even their peers can go a long way toward reducing the chances of an accident and increasing their chances of coming out of a wreck alive, but car crashes can happen to anyone, and they have physical, emotional, mental, and financial ramifications.
If you or a loved one have been injured as a result of a car accident, contact an Indianapolis auto accident attorney from Wilson Kehoe Winingham. The lawyers at WKW can help you get the compensation you deserve. Call 317.920.6400 or fill out an online contact form for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.