In Baltimore, winters can be long and brutal with a number of snowstorms that can create hazardous road conditions. While you can't control the snow, sleet, and slush that accumulate on roads, how you prepare and your reaction to it is another matter. Learn more about avoiding winter car accidents below, from the personal trial lawyers at the Murphy, Falcon & Murphy law firm — here to help if you ever find yourself in an automobile accident in the Baltimore area.
Drive Slower Than Usual
Especially in slippery conditions or when visibility is low, reduce your speed and increase your following distance while driving. This will reduce the chances of colliding with another car, sliding off the road, or skidding into a roadside obstacle — including upcoming speed changes and curves.
Check Your Tire Tread
If the tread on your tires is worn, it can lead to dangerous driving conditions. Make sure you get your tires changed before the winter season starts, replacing any of your tires that don't have enough tread on them anymore.
Clear Off Your Car's Exterior
Before driving off, clean snow and ice off of your car's exterior. This will prevent you from driving with a blind spot and also help the people driving behind you see better — if snow is flying off your car, it can be dangerous for them.
Use Antifreeze for Windshield Wiper Fluid
Year-round, but especially in the winter, it's recommended to use a windshield wiper fluid with antifreeze in it. This improves the fluid's ability to remove, prevent, and melt snow and ice on your windshield.
Contact Our Injury Lawyers in Baltimore
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, call Murphy, Falcon & Murphy. Our trial lawyers fight hard to get our clients the compensation they deserve. You don’t have to suffer alone or go through this process on your own — let us take care of everything so you can focus on getting better again. Call today for a free consultation.