The idea of driving yourself when you are overseas on vacation giving you freedom to go and see the sights can be very attractive but when it comes to actually getting in the car you may naturally feel somewhat concerned.

By following some key rules your journeys will be less stressful. First check out the local rules and regulations and learn what the speed limits are. Remember not all countries use miles so work out how to change kilometers to miles so you know roughly what the limits are.

Every country has different drinking and driving laws, some have a zero tolerance policy so never drink and drive. Even in those countries where the alcohol restrictions are more lax it is both dangerous and stupid.

If the rule of country you are in is to drive on the left take special care especially at roundabouts where you have to drive around them the other way. Also be careful at pedestrian crosswalks as different countries have different rules when it comes to giving way.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in an accident and that accident occurred in the Puget Sound area or anywhere in Washington State, please talk to the Seattle accident attorneys of the Budigan Law Firm right away. Call us at (206) 284-5305 or contact us online today to schedule your free initial consultation.

When it comes to buying another car, it is very important not just to check out the engine, but also to check all the different safety features.

One of the most important features to look for is how well your head would be protected in the event of a crash as head injuries can be the most devastating injuries to suffer.

Head injury protection is usually made of foam or some other material which will absorb energy. You should check that the interior of the vehicle, such as the sides and the roof have some sort of protection under the trim. Another useful feature is head air bags which either deploy in side impacts or rollovers, or both. Both of these come into their own if the heads of people inside hit the upper part of the car during an accident.

In addition, you should check the head restraints which are that part of the seat at the top and they are there to prevent whiplash or head injury during a rear impact. They are required by law in front seats but may not be present on older vehicles and although not required in rear seats they are a useful safety feature to protect rear seat passengers. Most can be adjusted manually but what are called dynamic head restraints are the best safety feature as they change automatically in a crash to provide maximum protection.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in an accident and that accident occurred in the Puget Sound area or anywhere in Washington State, please talk to the Seattle accident attorneys of the Budigan Law Firm right away. Call us at (206) 284-5305 or contact us online today to schedule your free initial consultation.