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I’m Gary Martin Hays.

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“Hi Gary –

Can you give me a list of Do’s and Don’ts I can share with her?
Thank you! -Rodney in Union City

* According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2006, there were 6,964 people killed in crashes involving young drivers ages 16 – 20.
* In 2005, there were 3,374 drivers between the ages of 16-20 that were killed in car wrecks.

* 37 will be ticketed for speeding.

* 13 will be injured in automobile accidents.

And let me share with you a study on drivers’ education that was conducted by George Mason University in Virginia. This may give us a little clarity on why teenagers may be more likely to be involved in accidents when they get behind the wheel.
* “Teens, on their part, view driving as a right rather than a privilege. Overwhelmingly, study participants cited teen drivers’ inexperience as well as their feeling of invincibility and willingness to take risks as contributing factors in unsafe driving behaviors. Participants also noted that teen drivers are easily distracted and lack the skills and judgment necessary to recover from unexpected incidents. ”
* This same study concluded that parental involvement was the most important factor in teaching teens safe driving habits and behaviors.
We, as parents, can’t rely on the traditional driver’s education programs at school to adequately prepare our teens to get behind the wheel.

* gradually release them to drive further distances and in more congested traffic as they demonstrate their ability to handle it.
* the more maturity and skill they demonstrate, the more the “leash” is released.
* But parents need to simultaneously train and monitor the teen drivers as they learn.

Now let’s address the “Do’s and Don’ts if you are ever involved in a car wreck:
DO’s
* If someone is injured, call 911 immediately!
* ALWAYS call the police to come to the scene to complete an incident report. The investigating officer will help document the scene of the wreck, gather the facts, interview witnesses, and prepare a report. If you don’t do this, it could be your word against the other driver.

-Name

-Phone numbers

-Insurance information
* Also get the same identifying information for any witnesses.

Include property damage to all cars, and any debris in the road at the scene.
* Report the wreck to your insurance company – even if you were not at fault. This is especially important if it appears the other driver did not have insurance.

* NEVER leave the scene of the wreck.

* Don’t talk with the insurance company – or sign any papers with the insurance company – until you have a chance to discuss it with your lawyer.
* DO NOT – DO NOT – accept any quick settlement offer from any insurance company.

They dangle a quick offer in front of you and encourage you to settle.
The adjuster acts like your long lost aunt or uncle and they are just there to help.
You take the quick money and sign the release.
But then a couple of weeks later, you are still hurting. You go to the doctor and discover your injuries are a little more severe than you first thought.
Your medical bills quickly pile up and are far more than what the insurance company gave you in that quick settlement.

If your case is settled, you are out of luck! Case closed. No more money – and it doesn’t matter how bad your injuries turn out to be or how much your medical bills are.

DON’T FALL FOR IT!

But call someone that is experienced in personal injury law – someone that specializes in this area.

That money could be used to take care of your future medical needs or to help you catch up on your bills.

Just pick up the phone right now and give us a call at (770) 934-8000.
Our legal professionals are standing by right now to speak with you.

I encourage you – if you don’t call us, please call someone to help you with your claim.

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