Practice Areas
Blog 
Accidents Involving Children & Minors
News
- Posted on 7/2/2010Boy Dies From Injuries After Hit By School Bus...
- Posted on 5/26/2010Middle School Student Dies After Struck By SUV...
- Posted on 5/10/2010Child Nearly Run Over By Car...
- Posted on 4/30/2010Teen Dead After Drag Racing Accident...
- Posted on 3/24/2010School Bus Collides with Car...
Library
Accidents Involving Children & Minors
- 10 Tips For Staying Out Of The School Bus “Danger Zone”
- May 2010 Children's Product Recalled Due to Defects
- Keeping South Carolina Kids Safe in Cars
- Car Accidents are the #1 killer of teens, according to the Institute for Highway Safety recent reports. Safety for South Carolina teens is especially important because most fatal accidents occur on rural roadways.
- Pools Can Be Fatal For Children: 5 Safety Tips to Prevent Drownings
10 Tips For Staying Out Of The School Bus “Danger Zone”
Teaching your children these ten tips could save their lives.1) Arrive at the bus stop 5 minutes before the bus's scheduled arrival time. Rushing to catch a bus could be dangerous and lead to injuries.
2) Always stand 10 feet away from the curb. Ten feet is equal to about 5 giant steps for children. Teaching your kids to stand back from the bus will insure that the bus driver can see them.
3) Wait for the okay before boarding the bus. Wait for the bus to make a complete stop, the door to be completely open, and the bus driver to give the "okay" before boarding the bus.
4) Cross the street safely. When crossing the street, wait for the bus to come to a complete stop. Check both directions for oncoming traffic. When it is clear, cross the street 10 feet in front of the stopped bus. When getting off, stop at the edge of the bus, ten feet in front of the bus, and check both directions before crossing.
5) Be sure the bus driver can see you. Just because you can see the bus driver, doesn't mean he or she can see you. Maintaining a ten foot radius around the truck will keep you out of the "Danger Zone" and in the driver's sight.
6) Use handrails. Use handrails to avoid falling. Watch out for any loose strings, book bag and backpack straps which can get caught in the handrails.
7) Walk at least ten feet away from the side of the bus. Again, this keeps you out of the "Danger Zone" and in the driver's sight.
8) If you drop something near the bus, don't try to pick it up. Always tell the bus driver if you dropped something near the bus before trying to pick it up. This will ensure the bus driver knows you're there and not on the bus, so that he or she doesn't pull off.
9) Never walk behind the bus. The bus driver will most likely not be able to see you behind the bus.
10) Take your seat quickly. Taking your seat quickly enables every one to board the bus quickly and helps prevent future injuries when the driver begins moving again.
Read More About the "Danger Zone" and School Bus Safety
Read News Articles to Find Out Just How Dangerous Boarding School Buses Can Be
If you or a family member has been injured in an accident, please do not hesitate to contact us
If you can answer YES to theses six questions, we may be the injury law firm for you.
- Do you have total expected medical bills and lost wages (not just out-of-pocket expenses) of at least $2,000.00?
- Is there visible property damage to your car?
- Was the accident someone else’s fault?
- Did you seek medical treatment no more than (3) days after the accident?
- Have you followed the recommended course of treatment of your doctor?
- Did the accident happen less than 18 months ago?
If you answered YES to each of these questions, you should give us a call at 843-277-6061 to find out if you need a personal injury attorney for your case.
Free Report
Buying Car Insurance In South Carolina
Guide to Settling Your South Carolina Property Damage Claim
Roadmap For A Personal Injury Case
The South Carolina Accident Book For Personal Injury Victims
Dangerous Drug: YAZ
Free Consultation
Contact us today for a free, no obligation consultation about your personal injury legal needs.
North Area Office
103 Laurel Avenue
Goose Creek, SC 29445
Phone: (843) 277-6061
Fax: (843) 297-8497
Toll Free: 1-888-690-0211
Get Directions
Charleston & Mt. Pleasant Office
222 W. Coleman Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
(By Appointment)
Phone: (843) 277-6061
Fax: (843) 297-8497
Toll Free: 1-888-690-0211
Get Directions
Myrtle Beach Office
1293 Professional Drive
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(By Appointment)
Phone: 1-888-690-0211
Fax: 843-297-8497
Get Directions
Contact Info
Contact Info
North Area Office
103 Laurel Avenue
Goose Creek, SC 29445
Phone: (843) 277-6061
Fax: (843) 297-8497
Toll Free: 1-888-690-0211
Charleston & Mt. Pleasant Office
222 W. Coleman Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
(By Appointment)
Phone: (843) 277-6061
Fax: (843) 297-8497
Toll Free: 1-888-690-0211
Myrtle Beach Office
1293 Professional Drive
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(By Appointment)
Phone: 1-888-690-0211
Fax: 843-297-8497
Call 24/7
for immediate response