Every year, many kids in cars are left alone in vehicles which make them vulnerable to a whole range of dangers. These include heat stroke, making the vehicle move leading to a crash, kidnapping and being injured.

There are several measures you can take to ensure your child is not left alone in the car. First never leave them alone near a car even for a short period of time. To avoid forgetting they are in the rear seat, make sure something you need is also in the rear of the vehicle such as a cell phone or purse or briefcase. In addition, every time you arrive somewhere and leave the vehicle, always open the rear door to check no child has been left inside, before you lock the vehicle. Another useful tip is have a large toy animal in the child seat when the child is not in it, and when the child is there, put the stuffed toy next to you in the passenger seat to help you to remember the child is in the seat.

If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident in Omaha, please call the Omaha accident attorneys of Harris & Associates, P.C., L.L.O., at (402) 397-1200 or contact us online today. We can help you review your compensation options and ensure you are receiving the compensation you deserve.

In order to avoid having an accident in a vehicle it is important that every driver knows the basic rules of traffic safety and every time that he or she gets behind the wheel the rules should be followed.

• Children should be buckled up in their car seats or using a seat belt at all times. They should not be allowed to climb around the car while you are driving as you need to use all of your concentration on driving and not checking on children.
• Pets should always be in a pet carried which should be secured by a seat belt or other method. They should never be loose in the car.
• Cell phones must not be used either for calling or texting as again it takes concentration away from the driver and the use of cell phones while driving is a major source of accidents.
• Do not drive when you are tired, either from lack of sleep or having taken certain medications which cause drowsiness. Falling asleep at the wheel is an easy way to have an accident.
• When changing lane always use the mirror first, then signal and then maneuver. Do not change lanes quickly, cut in front of anyone or not use your signal as any of those could cause an accident.

If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident in Omaha, please call the Omaha accident attorneys of Harris & Associates, P.C., L.L.O., at (402) 397-1200 or contact us online today. We can help you review your compensation options and ensure you are receiving the compensation you deserve.