There are millions of motor vehicle accidents across the United States each year. Many result in minor property damage that requires costly repairs, but an alarming number also have a life-changing impact on the victims and their families. Seat belt safety is crucial.
According to US Census, 35,900 people died within one year of a serious vehicle accident in 2009, placing the United States traffic death rate at 1.1 deaths per 100 million vehicle miles. Road safety is an issue in Louisiana, and 821 people died on the state’s roads during that same period.
It may not be possible to avoid every collision, and even the safest drivers can be the victims of serious injuries or fatal car crashes. There are certain measures that all drivers and passengers can take that will drastically increase the chance of surviving a serious car crash, though. The most critical safety element in this regard is your car’s seat belt.
Even if you buckle up, there is a chance that a serious car crash will leave you with injuries that are costly to treat and may even force you to take time off work. If you find yourself in this position, give Morris Bart, LLC a call.
A specialist Lafayette personal injury lawyer can look through the circumstances surrounding your crash and determine if you may have a valid claim. If you do, we can then help you navigate complicated legal processes. Call us today at 1-800-837-8185 to schedule an appointment.
Here Are Three Important Facts About Aafety Belts that May Save Your Life:
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Seat belts Are the Most Effective Safety Mechanism
According to TrafficSafetyMarketing.org, buckling up is the best step you can take to protect yourself in the event of a car accident. Research indicates that in 2008, safety belts saved up to 13,000 people from dying in car accidents, and between 2004 and 2008, they saved more than 75,000 people. If you strap in, the impact of a collision will not throw you from the vehicle, and you will remain safely inside the confines of the car, instead.
Airbags Can’t Replace Safety Belts
Many people believe that airbags are a replacement for seat belts, but this is incorrect. According to Safer Car, manufacturers design airbags to work in conjunction with seat belts, and many people sustain serious injuries when they hit an air bag while unrestrained in the front seat.
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Buckling up Properly Is Key
Safety belts are easy to use, but many people do not buckle up in the most effective manner. Make sure that your belt runs across your chest and away from your neck, and adjust the lap strap below your stomach so it is across your hips. Do not put the shoulder strap behind your back or under your arm.
Car accidents can be devastating, but proper seat belt safety can save lives and prevent injuries. If you have sustained injuries in a car crash, call Lafayette personal injury attorney Morris Bart, LLC today at 1-888-996-7971 for advice on filing a claim.
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