How to Spot an Impaired Driver & Avoid a Florida Drunk Driving Accident
It is a frightening experience when you realize that the car traveling next to you on the road is operated by a drunk driver. Florida drunk driving accidents cause thousands of injuries each year, not to mention the amount of deaths.
There are some definite signs that would indicate that a driver is impaired. According to AAA, some of these signs included the following:
Driving too fast for conditions
Driving too slow for conditions
Weaving between lanes
Drifting in and out of the lane
Driving with the headlines off at night
Repeatedly crossing the center line
Making illegal turns
Driving into opposing traffic
If you notice that a driver is exhibiting any of these behaviors, call the police. You will need to take note of the exact location, such as the road and direction the car is heading. You should also write down the license plate number, as well as the color, make and model of the vehicle. Whatever, don’t try to take the law into your own hands. If the driver stops the vehicle, do not try to restrain him or her, because you could end up putting yourself in danger. You also shouldn’t follow too closely behind the vehicle or ignore traffic signals while you try to keep an eye on the car.
A Florida drunk driving accident can have grave consequences. If you have been injured in a Florida car accident caused by a drunk driver, you may be able to obtain compensation for your injuries. To find out your legal options, contact an experienced Palm Beach car crash lawyer at Fetterman & Associates – The Law Team at 1-800-LAW IN FL (529-4635).
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