What seat in the car are pregnant women least likely to be injured?

 

A: It may seem incredible that more women are likely to die in car crashes than in birthing complications, but it is important to remember that car accidents are the number one cause of death for Americans between 25 and 35 years old.

Since car accidents are the most common cause of death for pregnant women, it is important to know how to reduce your risks of injury. You should be asking yourself important questions to ensure the safety of your unborn child. Are seat belts dangerous? Where should you sit when you’re not driving?

Pregnant women can reduce their risk of being injured in a Texas car crash by:

• Driving as little as possible and always tilting the steering wheel up and keeping the airbags on. This protects the baby from a steering wheel injury in the event of a collision.
• Riding in the middle of the backseat with the seatbelt around their hips. This will lessen the chances of being hit in a side-impact collision.
• Riding in the passenger’s seat whenever possible. This seat has the protection of a three-way belt, an airbag, and a front-impact crumple zone.

The experienced Houston accident attorneys at Vujasinovic & Beckcom know that you want to keep your new addition to the family safe when you have to travel. Unfortunately, there is no way to guarantee that other drivers will take the same precautions—and their mistakes can easily cause your injury.

By calling (877) 724-7800 today, you can discuss your rights with an attorney in a free, no-obligation consultation. For more information on handling your Houston car wreck, click the link on this page for a FREE copy of our book, The Insider's Guide to Winning Your Texas Car Accident Case.