Should You Move Your Vehicle After a Crash?

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, the majority of car collisions in Texas happen because of the following:

• Speeding.
• Not yielding when appropriate.
• Driving while inebriated.
• Running red lights and stop signs.
• Tailgating.

Car crashes can produce a wide range of damages from property destruction to the loss of life. Victims of car crashes in Texas can pursue compensation by filing a personal injury claim. To improve the chances of success with a claim and to increase the potential for the most compensation, working with a Texas personal injury attorney is recommended. In Abilene, the Low Law Firm is an Abilene car accident law firm that can help victims with their claims.

What Should You Do With Your Car After a Crash?

The best thing to do when you are driving is to obey the rules of the road and drive safely so that you can avoid a crash. Some actions you can take to stay safe on the road include:

• Drive in response to the weather conditions.
• Slow down and follow posted speed limits.
• Always look both ways when you are about to enter an intersection.
• Obey red lights and stop completely at stop signs before proceeding forward. 
• Never drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol. 
• Maintain plenty of space between you and other vehicles.
• Do not drive if you are drowsy.
• Avoid distractions while driving like using your cell phone.
• Yield the right of way.
• Do not be an aggressive driver.

While all of these actions can greatly reduce your chances of being in a crash, the reality is that you cannot control how other drivers behave. If a driver wants to be reckless and irresponsible while behind the wheel they can. And their carelessness can lead to a collision with your car. 

Knowing what to do after a crash can be confusing, especially for someone who has never had to experience one of these distressing events before. The first thing to do is always to check to see if you are injured and if you have the ability, to see if anyone else involved in the accident was harmed. If you can provide aid to an injured party, do so. Otherwise, call 9-1-1 for first responders to come to the scene and help.

The other thing to do is to move your car if possible. When a collision happens, as long as no one involved was harmed, you do not have to wait for the police to show up before you move your vehicle. This is specifically true if your vehicle can be driven. Under Texas car accident laws, when a vehicle can be driven, it must be moved from the road to avoid impeding the flow of traffic.

Speak to an Abilene Car Accident Attorney Today

As an Abilene personal injury law firm, the Low Law Firm can help you after you have been in a collision that caused your injuries and property damages. To schedule a free consultation with the Low Law Firm, please call (325) 455-1889.