Back To School Auto Accidents: Driving With Awareness

14 Aug Back To School Auto Accidents: Driving With Awareness

Back to school is upon us. That means more back to school traffic as well as pedestrians and bicyclists. Parents and children alike are making their way to and from school each day and with that, each day traffic increases. Therefore, it is important that you are vigilant and operate your vehicle defensively as you travel. Back to school accidents are on the rise during this time of year, so be sure to consider these tips.

1. Watch for school zones. Typically there is a change in speed when it comes to a school zone. Watch for children crossing.

2. Watch for unexperienced pedestrians and bicyclists. Many children may be making their way to school by a different mode of transportation for the first time. Therefore, pay special attention for these individuals and be vigilant.

3. Keep a safe distance and watch for sudden stops. A child may suddenly cross into traffic or a car may stop quickly realize they are entering a school zone. These sudden stops happen, and it is important to keep a safe distance to avoid collision.

4. Watch for school buses. School buses often make frequent stops. Children may run across the street to catch the bus last minute or get off the bus. Be vigilant around school buses.  

5. Do not drive distracted. Be sure not to text and drive, mess with the radio, look down, eat a meal or turn around to deal with unruly children while driving. Pay attention to the road and do not let distractions disrupt your travel.

Common Back To School Auto Accident Injuries

A variety of injuries can result from a Back To School Auto Accident, even low impact accidents. Some can be seen immediately like bumps, bruises, and severe breaks while others may not be seen like bulges, herniations, and tears. A recent article stated that: “{f}rom 2008 to 2017, there were 264 school-age children killed in school-transportation-related crashes. The majority of those students weren’t on the bus; 203 were either walking, waiting for the bus, biking, or in another vehicle.” Some of these injuries may be felt immediately while others may worsen over time. Some common Back To School Auto Accident injuries include but are not limited to:

·        Back Injuries

·        Neck Injuries

·        Shoulder Injuries

·        Whiplash

·        Concussions

·        Headaches

·        Broken Bones & Fractures

·        Shoulder Injuries

·        Traumatic Brain Injuries

·        Spinal Cord Injuries

How Much Does A Back To School Auto Accident Attorney Cost?

As a Back To School Auto Accident Attorney, my attorney’s fee is contingency fee based which means I only get paid if there is a recovery. If there is no recovery, you owe me nothing. There is no cost for the consultation and there are no upfront costs or fees nor are there any monthly invoices or hourly billing. For more information on Back To School Auto Accident Attorney’s fees, you are welcome to contact me anytime.

Experienced Back To School Auto Accident Attorney

I understand that the process after getting into a Back To School Auto Accident can be difficult and stressful. You probably have a lot of questions and very few answers. Allow me to be there for you every step of the way. I offer a FREE no-obligation consultation and will review your accident claim with you personally at one of the office locations in Tampa, Zephyrhills, Saint Petersburg, or Clearwater. Cannot make it to me? I will come to wherever is convenient to you at NO charge. You deserve to be compensated and I want to get justice for you!

Contact Back To School Auto Accident Attorney Kevin L. Sullivan II TODAY at (813) 598-4868 for a FREE no-obligation consultation. I look forward to assisting you with your claim!