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 Try to remain calm
The Consumer Protection Association of America
is increasing public awareness on this subject by designating the week before
Memorial Day "National Driver Education Week." The Association has developed a
list of suggestions to help drivers anticipate what they need to know about dealing
with an accident.
"These tips can make a big difference in everything from protecting yourself and
your passengers to ensuring that you won't be without a car while yours is in
the shop," said Dr. Ray Bruce, president of the association.
Over 6.3 million police-reported motor vehicle crashes occurred in the United
States in 1998. Almost one-third of these accidents resulted in injury. In 2001,
nearly 42,000 people died on America's roadways. Clearly, accidents are a part
of life in America.
So, if you are involved in a traffic collision, try to remain calm, and follow
these steps:
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