Since late June, the days have been getting progressively shorter and the sun has been setting earlier. That will increase significantly when daylight saving time ends on November 7. It will mean more commuters will be driving home in the dark when a week before it was daylight as they drove home.
With more motorists becoming nighttime drivers, many will not be prepared for the sudden shift. This can lead to an increase in car accidents, which can cause a wide range of personal injuries that will require the services of a car accident lawyer.
When the daylight shifts at the conclusion of daylight saving time, it means millions of people will be coming home from work after the sun has already set. Although this may not appear to be a major shift for most drivers, statistics demonstrate that the increase of more nighttime drivers equates to a greater number of accidents.
There is a 10 percent increase in the likelihood of car accidents occurring at the end of daylight saving time. The odds then increase by an additional 30 percent between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m., when there are more vehicles out on the road.
With the end of daylight saving time approaching, now is a good time to prepare yourself and your vehicle for the shift to nighttime driving. There are a few steps you can take ahead of time to better prepare yourself and your vehicle. These steps include the following:
No matter where you are going, you should understand that you are now driving with less light than before. You should realize that others are adjusting to the changing light as well. Be patient while driving and take your time. Do not rush and give your fellow drivers ample space to ensure that everyone gets to their destination safely.
It can be difficult to adjust to driving from home in the dark. Others may have a difficult time or may not notice the difference and become careless in their driving. That carelessness can lead to accidents. If you have been hurt driving home because another driver is having trouble with the lack of daylight, you will need help to obtain a compensation package to recoup your losses. The Washington DC car accident lawyers at the Law Offices of Duane O. King can help you get the package that you deserve. Call us at 202-331-1963 or contact us online for a free consultation. Located in Washington, DC, we work with car accident victims in Prince George’s County, including Laurel, Beltsville, Adelphi, College Park, Greenbelt, Mitchellville, Woodmore, Greater Upper Marlboro, Springdale, Largo, Bowie, Capitol Heights, District Heights, Forestville, Suitland, and Seat Pleasant, Clinton, Oxon Hill, Temple Hills, and Fort Washington.
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