Avoid Personal Injury on the Roads this New Year's Eve

Now that Christmas has passed, we begin to focus on our plans for New Year's Eve and New Year’s Day. This time next week, 2013 will be underway. The personal injury attorneys at Burg & Brock would like to take the opportunity to remind the community to be extra watchful while on the road the night of December 31st. AAA sent out a notification this week that New Year's Eve is the deadliest night for highway fatalities. Many Southern Californians are all too aware of the perils of the road during this time of year. While you can't control the choices of others, you can take the proper roadway precautions to avoid inflicting a personal injury.

Do not accept a ride from anyone who has alcohol in his or her system. If you cannot find a designated driver, pool some money with friends and call a cab for drop-off/pickup at the party, bar, etc. In the case that you are involved in even a minor auto accident, hone in on the situation. Pay close attention to what the offender says, such as admitting fault. Take the statements of any witnesses and call your insurance company at your first opportunity. If you suffer personal damages as a result of the accident, put in a call to Burg & Brock. A successful vehicle accident lawyer must be obtained so the injured party has the best chance of claiming reparations. Needing a personal injury law firm might not seem like the ideal way to start the New Year, but the unpredictable does happen. In the case that you suffer a personal injury from an auto accident, make sure there is someone in your corner who will work aggressively in your best interests.