Summer is traditionally a time for outdoor activities, family road trips, and long afternoons playing in the pool. However, the pleasures of the warm summer months come with elevated risks, including accidents that may cause serious injuries to adults and children alike. Below are some tips for having the safest summer possible, courtesy of Bothe And Lauridsen, northwest Montana’s top personal injury lawyers.

3 Summer Safety Tips

1. Practice Safe Grilling 

For many families, outdoor barbecues are a staple of the summer season. To minimize the risk of an accidental fire, keep the grill or fire pit at least 10 feet away from buildings or shrubs, and store propane tanks in a safe location. When cooking on a grill or over an open fire, keeping children at a safe distance can prevent accidental, potentially life-threatening burns.

2. Practice Defensive Driving

With teen drivers out of school and increased traffic across the country, summer is the most dangerous season for American drivers. While some accidents are unavoidable, most are caused by careless drivers who fail to responsibly follow the rules of the road. Avoid tailgating other drivers, follow speed limits, and be ready to call a top personal injury lawyer if you’re injured by a careless driver.

3. Keep Your Swimming Pool Safe

Having your own pool can provide endless hours of summer fun, but it can also expose you to liability suits if someone else is injured. Ensure that your pool is fenced in to prevent children or pets from accidentally falling in when no one is home, and always supervise your guests.

With over a century of combined legal experience, Bothe And Lauridsen in Columbia Falls provides dedicated expertise to victims injured through no fault of their own. Over the years, they’ve settled hundreds of claims for their clients, and will provide the aggressive representation you deserve. Learn more about how they can help online, or call (406) 892-2193 for a consultation with a top personal injury lawyer.