Craig Murphy, Las Vegas injury trial lawyer and accident attorney, here with some more advice. The news today points to the fact that no one is immune from the effects of a car accident. Nelson Mandela’s 13-year-old great granddaughter was killed today in a car crash. In another unrelated story, it was reported that a Hollywood TV star crashed her car into three other cars causing major damage and fled the scene. The lesson to be learned is that car accidents can happen to anyone, anywhere. No one is immune.

I do not know the reason or cause of the accidents. Auto accidents happen for many reasons. However, almost all accidents happen because of the fault of someone. Someone failed to follow the laws or rules of the road. Someone failed to use common sense and exercise a reasonable degree of care and caution. The causes of the accidents will come to light. It could be distracted driving. Driving while under the influence and being impaired. The accidents could have been caused due to speed or carelessness.

Since an accident can happen at any time and to any one, what is there that you can do to protect yourself and reduce your chances of being seriously injured or killed in a Las Vegas auto accident? Do not drink and drive. Do not drive under the influence of drugs or medication. Do not text and drive. Do not talk on the cell phone and drive. Follow the traffic laws. Do not speed. Do not take unnecessary risks when you drive. Always wear a seat belt when you are in a car. Do not ride in a car with an impaired driver. Maintain a reasonable distance between your car and other cars (do not tailgate). Be aware of your surroundings. When stopped at a stop light, look in all directions before you start to go. Many people in Las Vegas run red lights. Watch so you do not become an innocent victim. While you cannot eliminate the possibility of ever being in a car crash in Las Vegas, following this advice will substantially reduce the odds of you being involved in a Las Vegas auto accident and protect you from being seriously injured.

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