Bautista LeRoy offers expert guidance if you are seeking ways to avoid car accidents. Since the late 1990s, our attorneys have offered personal injury services in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. With decades of combined legal expertise in handling car, truck, and motorcycle accidents as well as elder abuse in nursing homes. Our specialization enables us to achieve great outcomes for clients.

This comprehensive guide presents strategies and practical advice on avoiding car accidents, along with benefits associated with hiring a personal injury attorney should an accident happen.

How can car accidents be avoided?

• Wear a seatbelt at all times.
• Avoid distractions like eating, texting, and radio-tuning.
• Strictly observed speed limits, traffic signs, and regulations.
• Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
• Inspect your brakes, tires, and lights regularly.

What Is the Three-Second Rule When Driving?

The Three-Second Rule offers drivers an effective means for keeping safe following distance. Simply identify an object on the road ahead - such as a signpost or tree, when your car passes it, count out loud "one thousand one, two one, three one". If your car reaches it before counting is completed you're following too closely and need to increase distance.

What should I do after being involved in a minor car accident?

• Contact emergency services immediately.
• Move the vehicle if possible to prevent further accidents from taking place.
• Share information among all drivers involved.
• Take photographs of the accident scene and any vehicle damages.

Why hiring a personal injury attorney may benefit you?

• Experience: Personal injury attorneys offer their clients guidance through all legal options that might apply.
• Negotiation Skills: Attorneys have the experience needed to negotiate fair compensation on your behalf with insurers.
• Court Representation: Should your matter go to trial, an experienced attorney will represent your interests before the court.

When should an attorney be hired?

Consulting an attorney early will increase your odds of receiving maximum compensation, as doing so allows them to develop it efficiently.

What criteria must be considered to choose an effective attorney?

• Experience: Choose a personal injury attorney with experience in successfully managing auto accident claims.
• Communication: Choose an attorney who keeps you updated throughout the legal process.
• Reputation: Read testimonials about an attorney to ascertain his reputation and professionalism.

Why Choose Bautista LeRoy LLC?

Bautista LeRoy's attorneys have provided outstanding legal representation for victims of car accidents since the 1990s. At our firm, open communication, accessibility, and personalized attention play an essential part in providing our clients with legal services that meet all their legal needs.

Suggestions for Action

• Practice defensive driving techniques and remain aware on the roads.
• Make sure that your car insurance provides adequate protection in case of an incident.
• Schedule a consultation with us to discover all available legal solutions.

Protect yourself and others against the potentially disastrous outcomes of car accidents by taking proactive steps and seeking legal advice when necessary. Contact us today at 816-221-0382 or send us an email on our Contact Page. Serving Kansas City, MO and KS as well as surrounding areas of Benton County and St. Louis.