Fall Driving Safety Tips — And What to Do After a Crash with a Deer
The fall leaves are beautiful — but they also are signs that we're entering the peak time for deer activity and crashes.
Aside from the possibility that your vehicle could crash into a deer, you also could have a crash with a driver distracted or startled by a deer. Drivers should be on heightened alert for deer during their mating and migration season, which typically lasts from October to December.
Ford Driving Skills for Life offers some common-sense tips for driving safely during this time:
- Be alert at dawn and dusk (6-9 p.m.) when deer are most active.
- Deer tend to travel single-file in groups, so if you see one, there likely are others nearby.
- Using high-beams when appropriate can help you better see deer's eyes along the road.
- Remember general driving safety tips: Wear your seatbelt, don't interact with your cellphone while driving, obey the speed limit, etc.
Should you get in a crash with another vehicle, whether or not it involves deer, there are some important things to keep in mind:
1) Seek medical attention, even if you do not think you are seriously injured. Often, adrenaline masks pain and discomfort immediately after a crash, but a doctor can document his or her findings and start appropriate care promptly.
2) Consult a highly respected personal injury attorney at Bradshaw & Bryant, even if the other driver doesn't have insurance. Minnesota is a no-fault state, which means your personal injury insurance pays some of your bills, no matter who is at fault. An attorney can help you navigate insurance, collecting and preserving evidence, and much more.
Of course, the attorneys at Bradshaw & Bryant hope you never get in a serious crash, but if you do, visit minnesotapersonalinjury.com or call 800-770-7008 for a free consultation. They have earned the respect of former clients, insurance companies, and the legal community for their preparation, advocacy skills, and record of verdicts and settlements, and they can help you get the compensation you deserve!
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