{"id":2157,"date":"2014-11-24T19:16:55","date_gmt":"2014-11-24T19:16:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapleslawokc.com\/blog\/?p=2157"},"modified":"2014-11-24T19:16:55","modified_gmt":"2014-11-24T19:16:55","slug":"drive-safe-holiday-season-oklahoma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapleslawokc.com\/blog\/auto-accident\/drive-safe-holiday-season-oklahoma\/","title":{"rendered":"Drive Safe This Holiday Season in Oklahoma"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Each year, tens of millions of people hit the road during the holiday season to celebrate good times with their loved ones. If you and your family are planning a get-together this year, it is important that you all remember to keep driving safety in mind in order to prevent this year\u2019s festivities from becoming a tragic memory. Reach your destination without incident by following the simple safety tips below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Make sure your vehicle is good to go before you start your trip.<\/strong> Take it to the shop and make sure your car is tuned up and in good shape for travel. This is especially important if you\u2019ll be driving in wintery conditions.<!--more--><\/li>\n<li><strong>Follow all the basic rules of the road.<\/strong> Wear your seatbelts, don\u2019t speed, don\u2019t drive distracted, and remember to slow down in adverse climate conditions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be sure to get rest.<\/strong> If you have a long trip ahead of you, you may be tempted to drive for many, many hours at time, but please don\u2019t put yourself and your passengers at risk, and adhere to a reasonable driving schedule. If there are other drivers besides you, drive in shifts and rest when it is someone else\u2019s turn. If necessary, pull over to a safe spot and rest or rent lodgings for the night. Whatever you do, don\u2019t drive fatigued.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The compassionate Oklahoma City car accident attorneys at the Maples Law Firm wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Each year, tens of millions of people hit the road during the holiday season to celebrate good times with their loved ones. 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