Injury Lawyer in West Palm Beach: Turn Signals Prevent West Palm Beach Car Crashes

Using your turn signals to alert other drivers of your intention to turn, change lanes or pass a vehicle is the law. However, too many drivers forget or neglect to signal.  It is important to remember, that like seat belts, turn signals are a safety device.  Using a turn signal correctly can save lives. 
 
Craig Goldenfarb, an injury lawyer in West Palm Beach, explains when to use a turn signal:
 
1. Your brake lights automatically light up when you use your brakes.  If you intend to stop, tap your brakes lightly to signal your intention before putting on the brakes. This lets other drivers know that you plan to stop.
 
2. Put on the appropriate turn signal 100 feet before making a right or left turn. You must signal until you complete the turn.
 
Remember left turns are especially dangerous. Learn about left turn accidents in our article: "Deadly Left Turns: Your Guide To West Palm Beach Intersection Accidents".
 
3. Always signal before changing lanes.
 
4. Four-way emergency blinkers should only be used if your car is stopped or disabled on the road.  They should never be used while your car is moving at normal speeds.
Using your signal lights correctly will make you a safer driver.
 
If you are injured because another driver did not signal correctly, you may be eligible for compensation.  For more information, contact the Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb and ask to speak to an injury lawyer in West Palm Beach.