The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year. Many people are traveling to shopping malls, restaurants, and retail establishments, excitedly and anxiously in search of the perfect gift or a special celebration with family or friends. What most people fail to realize is that the parking lots and garages can be dangerous places.
Cars backing out of parking spaces, poorly lit parking lots, unmarked wheel stops, and distracted drivers and pedestrians can lead to serious accidents. Thieves in search of someone else’s treasures are often prevalent as well, adding another dimension to a dangerous environment. With a few simple precautions and attention to our surroundings, holiday shopping and celebrations with friends and family can be safe and happy occasions.
Safety advocates at AAA and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety offer safety tips to keep shoppers, diners, and partiers safe during the holiday season.
Women can be especially vulnerable in parking lots at night. Sex traffickers, drug dealers, sexual predators, and thieves often prey on women in parking lots, especially during the busy holiday season. Be prepared to defend yourself and have an escape plan in mind so you can be ready to react in an emergency situation.
If you were injured in a parking lot accident, contact the Reading personal injury lawyers at Galfand Berger LLP today. We will fight to obtain the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Call us at 800-222-8792 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation today. Located in Philadelphia, Bethlehem, Lancaster, and Reading, Pennsylvania, we serve clients throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania, including Allentown and Harrisburg.