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How Can I Help My Teen Become a Safer Driver?

If you are the parent or guardian of a teen who has just started to drive or will be learning to drive soon, you can help reduce their chances of being involved in an accident. By following some simple suggestions, you can help your teen make better decisions when behind the wheel.

Model Safe Driving Practices

Your teen is likely watching you when you drive. Instead of exhibiting bad driving behaviors, you should always follow the rules of the road. Explain to your teen why they should be a defensive driver.

Even if you have not always modeled perfect driving in the past, make this an opportunity to revise your driving habits. You will make a good impression.

Restrict Driving During Evenings and in Bad Weather

As a parent or guardian, you can restrict driving privileges when you feel driving might be more difficult or hazardous. For example, if it is raining hard, foggy, or sleeting, you could drive your teen wherever they need to go instead. You could tell your teen to be home within an hour of the sun setting to limit nighttime driving. Being restrictive for a few months protects your teen.

Eliminate Distractions

From texting to eating, teen drivers can be tempted to engage in distracted driving. Make it clear that cell phones should be turned off and put away. Then, talk about ways to avoid other distractions. Driving while distracted is one of the top causes of car accidents, especially among teens.

Note that driving with other teens in the car can also be distracting. Accordingly, limit the number of passengers your teen is allowed to have in their vehicle.

Talk About Driving While Under the Influence

Unfortunately, teens sometimes make poor choices. The best way to get through to your teen about the dangers of driving while under the influence is to be open. Constant reminders will open the door to discussions about how your teen driver can stay safe.

What if Your Teen Is in a Car Accident?

Ideally, your teen driver will never get into a collision. However, if it happens, make sure that your teen knows to contact 911 right away. You should also be contacted if possible. That way, you can help navigate your teen through the process of getting medical care if needed, speaking with the other driver, talking with the police, and taking photos and videos of the accident scene.

If your teen has been injured in a collision, it is advisable to contact a car accident lawyer. Most lawyers offer free consultations. The advice you and your teen receive can make it easier to decide how to proceed.

West Chester Car Accident Lawyers at the Law Office of Deborah M. Truscello  Can Help After Your Teen Has Been in a Crash

Was your teen involved in a car crash? Are you having trouble understanding where to turn? Speak with our West Chester car accident lawyers at the Law Office of Deborah M. Truscello. Call us at (610) 892-4940 or complete our online form to schedule a free consultation and to learn more. We are located in Media, Pennsylvania, and we serve clients in Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County, Lancaster, Montgomery County, Norristown, Philadelphia, Reading, and West Chester.

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From our office located in Media, PA we serve the surrounding areas of

  • Bucks County
  • Chester County
  • Delaware County
  • Montgomery County
  • Philadelphia County
Including but not limited to
  • Allentown
  • Lancaster
  • Reading
  • West Chester

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Why Clients Choose Deborah

Heather A
2023-03-01
I have known Deb for years now and it all started in 2009 when I got hurt and needed legal help with my workers comp. I randomly chose Deb because of the things I read on her website and I liked that she had a take charge attitude about just about everything. She out-lawyered someone and got me more in a settlement for that and then also worked with me on another case and won that one as well for me. If you get to know Deb and her personal story, you will get to know an amazing single mom who has had her own struggles and has come out so much stronger. She will fight for you if you do your part as a client and follow her guidance. I have now used two women lawyers in Media and three men and I actually found the two women far more effective and both won my cases that the men lost. Without Deb and my other lawyer winning the cases for me that they did - I could have found myself disabled for good with no money to pay for the life I live because I can’t work now. I credit my ability to be able to eat and have transportation and all. I couldn’t be more grateful for their hard work they did for me. Deb has won two of my cases and I would absolutely refer others to her for the same kinds of cases and I would use her again if I ever needed her help again!
Daveen Carpenter
2019-10-08
Deborah's team went above and beyond to get my case settled quickly. I am forever grateful
Rebecca Porter
2019-09-24
If you ever need a worker’s compensation attorney, I highly suggest using Deborah Truscello. I had a work accident injury and was referred to Deborah. She was with me every step of the way, with this long-drawn-out process. She was there any time I had questions or needed advice on my rehabilitation. Now my case is settled. I am very happy how things turned out and I owe it all to her. I can't thank her enough. I will use her again if I ever need too.
Jackson Jones
2019-09-01
Deborah is an excellent lawyer. She was professional, knowledgeable, and made me and my case feel important. She was always accessible and answered all of my questions. I would definitely recommend Debbie to anyone injured at work and in need of legal services.
K M
2019-05-18
I am a client of Deborah Truscello and also a woman of color. Deborah Truscello is not a bigot nor is she a racist. I hired Ms. Truscello back in 2016 for a very nasty custody case against a crazy man who has a history of dragging all his children through the court system. Ms. Truscello has been nothing but professional and well organized. She is very reliable and always available. I could contact her any time of the day or night and she is always responsive to my text messages, calls, and emails. If you are considering hiring her as your attorney I highly recommend you schedule a consultation and see for yourself you will not be disappointed.
Andrew Kriegh
2018-08-17
Amazing law firm, they have helped me so much and enlightened me to the options I have, and to the right doctors who are still treating my issues... Very professional and very great people glad to have her in my team!!
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