Christmas Day! Santa came to deliver toys to all good girls and boys! As you travel to holiday parties and celebrate with friends and family, be careful as you navigate the road. Nothing can ruin the magic of Christmas like a car accident. While Christmas Day should be a time of celebration, the reality is that road conditions make accidents more likely, leading to unexpected financial burdens like insurance hikes, medical costs, and time off work. Heavy traffic, tired drivers, and alcohol-related incidents combine to create a dangerous environment on the road.
If you or a loved one was injured in a car accident on Christmas day, contact Injured 661. At Injured 661, we hope you and your family have a joyous and safe season. However, if you need us, we are here to help, even through the holidays.
Navigating Holiday Accidents
According to the National Safety Council, an estimated 350 people have fatal car accidents on and around Christmas. The holidays are a time for travel and celebrating for many families. In all the commotion and celebration, the last thing you want on your Christmas list is to deal with a car accident.
If you or a loved one are involved in an accident on Christmas Day, here are a few things you can do:
- Call 911
- Seek medical attention
- Document the scene
- Speak to witnesses and get their contact information
- Hire an experienced attorney
Countless accidents happen every day; just because it’s Christmas doesn’t mean they stop. When another person’s negligence is the cause of your or a loved one’s suffering, you deserve compensation. Hiring Injured 661 will ensure that you can focus on recovery while we fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.
Beware of Drunk Drivers
When people indulge a little too much at a stressful family gathering or a holiday party, they may not have a plan to travel the roads safely. There is never an excuse for driving while impaired, and you should never assume that everyone on the road is sober. Be aware of any impaired drivers that you may share the road with, stay a safe distance from them, and report them to the authorities.
Bad Weather
The entire state of California isn’t just sunny Southern Cali, and as you travel across our vast state, you can encounter many different road conditions that can be unsafe. Bad weather and poor road conditions are the most common reasons drivers can face a car accident this holiday.
Holiday Traffic
Over the mountain and through the woods to Grandma's house, Christmas shopping and holiday parties, and last-minute grocery shopping. There is no avoiding the dense and confusing holiday traffic around Christmas, and on Christmas Day, people often try to make it to multiple houses to celebrate with family and friends. Accidents are inevitable as people go about their day navigating unfamiliar roads.
Holiday…”Cheer”?
For many, the holidays are a time of stress, overbooked calendars, and quick tempers. The holiday stress can be too much for some drivers, and they take their rage and frustration out on other drivers. Avoid making rude gestures or escalating something that can be the tipping point for a stressed-out driver.
Injured in a Car Accident? Contact Injured 661
At Injured 661, we are committed to helping car accident victims and their families, even through the holidays. The unique challenges of a car accident on a holiday are something you shouldn’t have to face alone, and you don’t have to. Our experienced legal team at Injured 661 will be able to handle the legal process so you can prioritize spending time with your family. The gift of the season is being able to be healthy and happy with your family. Contact Injured 661 if you need legal help this holiday season.
