Deno Cole knows tips for auto safety on Tennessee roads

Deno Cole knows safety comes first on Tennessee roads

Personal Injury Attorney Deno Cole knows auto accidents in Tennessee often involve serious injuries and many times can be fatal. The McGehee and Cole Law Firm encourages drivers to take precautions when taking to the roadways in Tennessee.

There were more than 158,000 motor vehicle accidents in Tennessee last year. If you encounter trouble or are involved in an auto accident, follow these tips to help you get to safety and resolve the situation:

• Call 911 or *847: If you are involved in an accident, call 911. In addition, you can call *847, which will connect you to the nearest Tennessee Highway Patrol who may be able to respond more quickly to your location.
• Move your vehicle off the road: If you are involved in an accident with no serious injuries, steer your vehicle as far away from the flow of traffic as possible. Tennessee law protects a driver who moves the vehicle out of the main flow of traffic from being considered liable or at fault because of such action.  (T.C.A 55-10-117)
• Wait in a safe area: Once you have dialed 911 or *847, determine the safest place to wait for assistance. In many cases, it may be best to stay in your vehicle. Sometimes it is better to wait outside of your vehicle. Remember to get out of your vehicle on the side that is farthest from traffic and do not stand next to, behind, or in front of your vehicle. If possible, turn on your emergency flashers and/or raise the hood of your vehicle.
• Leaving your vehicle: If you have an emergency situation that requires you to leave your vehicle, try to move it as far off the road as possible so as not to impede traffic. Keep in mind, in Tennessee you have 48 hours to remove your vehicle before it is towed.
• Keep a first-aid kit in your vehicle: Inside your kit, pack basic medical necessities such as bandages of various sizes, adhesive tape, antibiotic ointment, gauze pads, hand sanitizer, saline solution, cotton balls, safety pins, scissors, tweezers, a disposable cell phone, and a first-aid manual. In addition, you may want your first-aid kit to include basic emergency items for babies and pets.

Auto accidents happen. Knowing what to do if and when you are in this situation could potentially save your life and the lives of those with you.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about my personal injury practice in Knoxville, Tennessee. Remember, I am here for you to bring peace of mind and protect your best interest.
Deno Cole
Personal Injury Attorney in Knoxville