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The Dangers of Driving Aggressively
Aggressive driving is a very dangerous act that, unfortunately, occurs all too frequently on our roadways, and causes numerous Palm Beach car crashes. In order to protect yourself from aggressive drivers, you need to be aware of those around you, recognize the signs of an aggressive driver, and react appropriately.
If you have been involved in a Florida aggressive driving accident, order your FREE copy of Palm Beach auto accident attorney Evan Fetterman's book, Smart Lawyers, Smart Clients - Wear Clean Underwear. The information it contains will help to answer the questions you are likely to have following your involvement in a Palm Beach auto accident.
Recognizing an aggressive driver can sometimes be very easy, like when you see someone driving extremely fast and swerving in and out of lanes. It is important to notice those drivers, but also to be aware of the more minor signs of aggressive driving.
Signs of an aggressive driver
• Frequent, unnecessary lane changes
• Following too closely
• Cutting off other vehicles
• Quick acceleration
• Speeding
• Slamming on brakes
• Running stop signs and lights
• Abrupt maneuvers
• Cursing, yelling, or gesturing at other drivers
• Honking horn
• Flashing headlights
What to do if you are confronted by an aggressive driver
You can be a very safe driver yourself, but that does not mean that those around you will follow suit. You need to pay attention to those around you and react properly if you are confronted by an aggressive driver.
If you observe aggressive driving behaviors, you should:
• Move out of the way. If possible, you should let the aggressive driver pass or merge.
• Swallow your pride. This is not a win or lose situation. If you do not allow the other driver to pass or merge, you could both lose much more than your pride.
• Avoid making eye contact or gestures at the other driver. This is just what they are looking for. Don't add fuel to the fire.
• Take note of the car's description. If it is safe to do so, take down the car's make, model, color, and license plate number.
• Report aggressive driving behaviors. Once you are out of harm's way, you should contact local authorities to report the dangerous behavior.
If you or someone you love have been seriously injured in an accident due to another driver's aggressive driving behaviors, contact Fetterman & Associates - The Law Team. A Palm Beach car crash lawyer can answer any questions you may have about a Florida injury case, so call 1-800-LAW IN FL (529-4635) today to set up a free consultation.
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