Every year, about 50 children tragically die from being left in hot cars. While we’ve all heard heartbreaking stories, it’s important to understand the common ways these accidents happen—and how to prevent them.
How Kids Get Left In Hot Cars:
- By Mistake: A parent or caregiver accidentally forgets the child in the car, often due to distraction or change in routine.
- Playing Alone: Kids climb into cars or trunks to play without parents knowing, then become trapped.
- Neglect: Sometimes a child is left intentionally in the car because a caregiver doesn’t want to take them inside.
Simple Precautions To Prevent These Tragedies:
- Keep your car locked and keys out of reach of children.
- Place a reminder item in the backseat—like your purse, wallet, or briefcase—that you must take with you, forcing you to check the back before leaving.
- Ask your daycare provider to call you if you don’t drop off your child as expected and you haven’t notified them of any absence.
By following these tips, you can reduce the risk of hot car injuries and tragedies during the summer and year-round.
If you have any questions or concerns about hot car accidents, contact our experienced Atlanta, GA personal injury lawyer at Council & Associates, LLC. We fight for our clients because our firm cares.