Making Your Teen Road Ready | Seattle Auto Accident Lawyer

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As a King County auto accident lawyer and Seattle wrongful death attorney I was horrified when I heard of the fatal Seattle auto accident that killed a man while he changed a flat tire for his wife. The driver at fault in this incident was distracted and failed to see the man until it was too late. This is the image I am left with when I think of the dangerous roads my children will eventually inhabit.

Because of this incident and the gnawing fear parents have when their teens take to the road it is important for parents to prepare their kids for all of the brutal ugliness the road can create. Rather than just focusing on proper following distances and lane changes you also need to teach your teen how to prepare for unseen disaster on the roadways. There are proper procedures for handling a stalled car and your teen should not only be familiar with how to change a flat tire, but how to do so safely. Preparing your child will not only give them more confidence, it will give you an ease of mind knowing that they will know how to deal with disaster.

There are many tips on how to prepare your teen- teaching them the warning signs for common car issues such as flat tires and bad breaks will help them listen and become acquainted with their car—ultimately preparing them to listen for disasters before they happen. Having your teen practice changing tires, checking oil etc. are also extremely important and learning to maintain their own vehicle will help them out when they finally leave the house. I have written an article with tips on Preparing Your Teen for the Road which can help you prepare your teen for the road and give you a little piece of mind.