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Personal Injury Attorney at The Clark Law Office Reveals Common 2024 Traffic Accidents and Prevention Tips

Lansing, MI - Some roads seem to be accident magnets while others are relatively calm. Though people can deem this as luck, The Clark Law Office says it's about understanding the patterns and behaviors that lead to motor vehicle crashes. 

Since auto accidents account for many injuries and fatalities locally, nationally, and globally, the Personal injury attorney investigates frequent traffic accidents identified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Institute (NHTSA) and highlights how to prevent them.

A rear-end collision is the most common type of car crash and the leading cause of motor vehicle fatalities. It occurs when one vehicle crashes into the back of another caused by distracted driving or tailgating, resulting in dented bumpers and whiplash injuries. Prevention tips include maintaining a safe following distance, anticipating traffic flow, reducing speed, and adapting to road conditions. 

Collisions with fixed objects, poor weather conditions (hitting a patch of black ice), and losing control due to impaired/reckless driving cause single-vehicle crashes. The Clark Law Office recommends slowing down in poor weather and leveraging defensive driving practices to evade a situation. 

Low-speed accidents like those during rush hour or in parking lots may seem minor but can still lead to injuries and vehicle damage. They occur at a moment’s notice when drivers fail to notice a pedestrian, another car, or a pet. Therefore, individuals should maintain high levels of alertness in crowded areas, identify children who may dart out unexpectedly, and ensure the path is clear when reversing. 

Other traffic accidents include T-bone/side-impact collisions, merging and lane change accidents, night driving, head-on collisions, and negligence. No matter the type of accident, The Clark Law Office advises drivers to stay at the scene, call law enforcement, collect information about the parties involved, document using photos/videos, and speak to a personal injury attorney for legal guidance. 

Clients to the firm receive legal counsel and representation from attorneys David M. Clark and Matthew R. Clark. Their trial experience, aggressive mindset, and ability to win large personal injury cases have resulted in top-dollar verdicts and settlements for clients. Beyond auto accidents, they handle cases of workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, dog bites, slips and falls, social security, and wrongful death. 

The Clark Law Office's comprehensive representation strategies include meticulous evidence collection, expert testimony, accident reconstruction, and strategic communication with insurance companies. Clients can visit their website for more about their Lansing office.

About The Clark Law Office

The Clark Law Office is a leading Michigan personal injury law firm dedicated to representing people, not insurance companies. Attorneys David M. Clark and Matthew R. Clark take pride in their hard-earned reputation as trial lawyers who have served communities for 30 years. High-quality work, personalized service, dedication, compassion, and extensive courtroom experience equip the attorneys to represent victims’ interests and empower them to move forward after an accident. 

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Name
The Clark Law Office
Contact name
Matthew R. Clark
Contact phone
(517) 575-8131
Contact address
910 W Ottawa St
City
Lansing
State
MI
Zip
48915
Country
United States
Url
https://theclarklawoffice.com/

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