If you’re worried about getting into a cruise control accident, you’re not alone. There are many people who are nervous about letting go of control behind the wheel. Unfortunately, collisions are possible, even when you’re extremely careful. Below, explore causes of cruise control accidents, ways to avoid them, and how a personal injury attorney can help you.

Tips to Prevent a Cruise Control Accident

While there are some accidents you simply can’t expect or prepare for, there are some things you can do to try to avoid a collision while using your cruise control:

Don’t use cruise control if you don’t have experience. 

If you don’t have a lot of driving experience with cruise control or you don’t feel confident using the system, avoid using it.

Check your car’s manual before using cruise control. 

Make sure you understand how the system works and what all of the different buttons and controls do. This way, you’ll be less likely to accidentally engage the wrong pedal or disengage the system at the wrong time.

Pay attention to the road at all times. 

Even if you’re using cruise control, you should still be paying attention to what’s happening on the road around you. This way, if something does go wrong, like another car cutting you off, you’ll be able to react quickly to try and avoid an accident.

Use adaptive cruise control or lane keeping assist if possible. 

These systems can help make driving with cruise control safer by automatically slowing down or changing lanes for you if necessary.

Don’t use cruise control in heavy traffic or in bad weather conditions. 

If there’s a lot of traffic on the road, or it’s raining or snowing, it’s usually best to just turn off your cruise control and drive manually.

When to Contact a Car Accident Lawyer

You should contact a car accident lawyer as soon as possible after the crash. It is important to get started on your case right away so that evidence can be gathered and preserved, and witnesses can be interviewed while their memories are still fresh. There is also a statute of limitations for filing personal injury lawsuits, so it is important not to delay in seeking legal assistance.

Your lawyer can help you determine who was at fault for the accident and can negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf to get a fair settlement. If your case goes to trial, Southside Injury Law will be by your side every step of the way, ensuring that you receive the best possible outcome.