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Car Accident Safety

Any type of car accident can be traumatic; practicing car accident safety immediately after a collision can help you avoid further harm. Based on hearing the details of hundreds of cases, our team of car accident lawyers at Frank Penney Injury Lawyers in Roseville, CA. recommend the following actions.

Car Accident Safety Tips

This list assumes that you are conscious and not in critical condition after the accident.

  • Switch on your hazard lights. This alerts other drivers to the fact that you’re in trouble and improves your car’s visibility.
  • If your car is still drivable, pull it over to a safe spot, out of the way of traffic. If the vehicle is too damaged or you are too injured to drive, stay in the car and keep your seatbelt on until help arrives.
  • If you have any passengers, check them for injury. Do not move a seriously injured person.
  • Call 911 to have the operator dispatch police and an ambulance.
  • Stay in the car — unless you smell gas. Car fires and explosions are relatively rare but are a possibility. Deployed airbags can create smoke and a burning smell when there is no real danger of fire, but for car accident safety reasons, err on the side of caution.
  • If you do get out for the car, be extremely careful to stay out of the way of oncoming traffic. If it is dark, you’re on the side of the freeway or stopped after a bend in the road, there is additional danger of further injury. Exchanging information with the other driver can wait until the police have diverted traffic.
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Safe Driving Practices

Of course, the best way to ensure car accident safety is to avoid getting in a car accident. Here are some safety tips that should decrease the odds of you getting injured in an accident.

  • Drive a safe car. Many newer cars are designed with advanced safety features like blind-spot detection and crumple zones. Check vehicle safety ratings before buying a new car.
  • Drive defensively. Be prepared to react to the erratic driving of others on the road.
  • Keep a safe distance between you and the car ahead of you, i.e. don’t “tailgate.”
  • Always know the posted speed limit and obey it.
  • Keep your brakes and tires in good working condition. Don’t skip vehicle maintenance appointments, or if you do your maintenance, check for signs of wear regularly.

Hopefully, you should obey all traffic laws, like using your seatbelt. Review the California Driver Handbook if you need to brush up on the rules of the road.

When You Need a Car Accident Lawyer

Accidents do happen, and if they happen to you because of another driver’s negligence, you deserve to be compensated. To maximize your potential case settlement, contact us for a free case evaluation before you talk to any insurance companies. We will handle your legal issues so you can focus on recovery.

Best Car Accident Attorney in Northern California

If you are seeking a car accident lawyer with experience, expertise, and exceptional client care, trust Frank Penney Injury Lawyers with your California car accident claim. Our car accident attorneys have over 25 years of experience representing personal injury clients in car accident lawsuits in North California. Our professional and experienced team has the resources and knowledge necessary to help take your car accident claim all the way to the finish line. We believe a car accident can change your life, but we can, too – for the better. You can bank on Frank! Give us a call today at 888-888-0566 to learn more. We are available for you, at any time of the day!

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Our legal team understands that life can be very stressful after an accident of any type. The financial costs of your accident can add to that stress. When you are asking for help, this should make your life easier – not more difficult. That is why you do not have to worry about any upfront legal fees and expenses when you hire Frank Penney Injury Lawyers to handle your California personal injury case.


At Frank Penney Injury Lawyers, Frank Penney and his staff work on a contingency basis. This means you only have to pay a fee if you win your case. We will never charge a fee unless we obtain a settlement on your behalf. No win. No fee. Case closed.


This means there is no risk in asking Frank Penney Injury Lawyers for help. You get to benefit from Frank Penney’s years of experience, knowledge, and success without needing to stress about the cost. Call today to set up a free initial case assessment or to learn more.

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10 Things You Should Do After You Have Been in an Accident

  • Do not drive away, even if it is a minor accident.
  • Pull over to a safe spot, away from oncoming traffic.
  • Call the police immediately.
  • Call Frank Penney – have us on the phone when the police arrive so we can help you.
  • Take photos of all involved vehicles even if you do not see any damage.
  • Exchange your insurance and contact information.
  • Obtain any witness's contact information.
  • Seek medical attention at a local emergency room or your usual physician.
  • Have us contact your insurance company.
  • The most important step is to call us after any accident. We will help protect your rights!

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