4 Tips for Safe Vacation Travel

August is a prime time month for vacation travel as Americans everywhere pack up their cars and RVs and hit the road in pursuit of fun filled journeys. That also makes August a dangerous month for our nation's highways due to the increased traffic. In the event of the unexpected, you may need a vehicle accident lawyer, but hopefully, if you've prepared well, you'll have everything else covered. Here are 4 tips for safe vacation travel.

1. Plan ahead: You've heard it before, and for good reason. Planning is the most important aspect of any trip. Make sure you and your whole family are familiar with the details and the itinerary of the trip. In addition to knowing where you're going and how you're getting there, consider the details along the way. Update your social media before you leave so people roughly know what you're up to, but - more importantly - when you'll be back. Give the intricate details of the trip to a close friend or family member, and check in with someone not on the trip daily if you can. 
2. Triple check packing: In general, the lighter you travel the better, but make sure anything you bring is completely secure. Anything strapped to the outside of your vehicle needs to be strapped down tightly and not in any danger of falling off. Make sure you're using the appropriate ropes or straps and that you, or whoever secured the items, knows their knots.
3. Pack Emergency Phone: Bring along a back-up phone that you can keep off and stowed away. Any old phone you might have laying around will do, including that old flip phone buried in a kitchen drawer. Remember: You don't have to have a service plan on a phone to call 911.
4. Pack Emergency Kit: Every car should have a kit of emergency items in case anything goes badly. Such items should include: a large multi gallon jug of fresh water, a portable med kit, a functional spare tire, jumper cables, flares, a large blanket, and any relevant maps in case your GPS dies.

You deserve a fun get-away. Hopefully, everything will go off without a hitch, but in case of problems, a little preparation will go a long way to reducing difficulties. If you do find yourself in a hard situation, particularly as a result of an accident, don't forget to explore your legal options. If an attorney in Los Angeles is what you need, seek the acclaimed expertise of Cameron Yadidi Brock. As a top LA accident lawyer you'll receive the very best representation out there!