As Mesa car accident lawyers who help people who are hit by drunk drivers, we were thankful no one else was hurt when a drunk driver slammed into a pole on Gilbert and Southern on Tuesday morning, February 14, 2012. The man was impaired and lost control of his car. He had to be taken to the hospital in critical condition. We hope he fully recovers from this Mesa car accident, and we would like to use this crash as a reminder to other motorists to watch out for impaired drivers.
Mesa Drunk Driving Crashes: How to Reduce Your Risks
As Mesa car accident attorneys, we can tell you that it is impossible to avoid every drunk and dangerous driver on the road. However, thousands of people are hurt in the state every year by drunk drivers, so we want to share a few tips that may help you. These include:
- Being aware of drivers who are weaving in and out of traffic, slowing and then speeding up, and otherwise driving erratically. If you notice these drivers, avoid them by slowing down and safely taking the next exit. Call police immediately to report the driver before anyone else gets hurt.
- Regularly check your rearview and side view mirrors for erratic drivers who may be behind you. Avoid them by staying in your lane and allowing them to pass. If they tailgate you, indicate your intention to change lanes with a turn signal, and then do so when it is safe. Allow them to pass, and then exit as soon as it is safe to do so. Again, contact police to report the driver.
Mesa Drunk Driving Crash: What to Do if You Are Injured
If you are injured in a Mesa car accident and hit by a drunk driver, contact an experienced Mesa drunk driving accident attorney immediately. The Husband and Wife Law Team will do three very important things: make sure you receive the best medical care available, work to obtain a settlement from the at-fault driver, and file for punitive damages to further punish the driver for illegal actions when applicable. We are here to help you and to answer all of your questions, so call today for a free consultation.
