411 Pain - The Truth About Clubbing And Driving

Everyone knows that drinking and driving is not only illegal - it can be deadly!
So what to do?  
411 Pain offers the following tips for enjoying yourself while staying safe:

WALK If you're lucky enough to live in a place where you can walk to the clubs, then you're set to go! (As long as you don't drink so much that you can't even walk home...)

CAB When club hopping, take a cab in between. It's actually cheaper than paying for parking - especially in places like SOBE! (South Beach, Miami Beach, Florida) If you choose to stay at one club, take a cab home. Split the cost with your friends and everyone gets home safe.

DESIGNATED DRIVER Not everyone drinks, and not everyone who drinks does so all the time. Maybe one of your friends has something to do the next day and doesn't want to be hungover. See if you can find someone who will not be drinking (at all - not even a sip!) and let them be the chauffeur.

STAY AT A MOTEL Again, this can be cheaper than parking, especially when splitting the cost amongst friends. When you're done with the club, take the party back to the motel!

STAY AT A FRIEND'S Maybe you live far from the clubs, but one of your friends lives in walking distance. Tell your friend you'll buy the drinks if you can stay over at their house after the club. There are many ways to party WITHOUT getting in a car after you've been drinking.

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411-Pain, the leader in road safety awareness reminds you to PLEASE: NEVER drink and drive, NEVER text and drive and ALWAYS wear your seat belt.

411 Pain - The Truth About Driving In Snow

411 Pain - The Truth About Driving In Snow

A snow storm can be fun for snowball fights and kid's may be happy about getting off from school,
but snow can be a serious hazard to drive in, especially if you're not prepared.

There are over 1.5 million car crashes per year due to bad weather, with an estimated 7000 deaths and 800,000 injuries!

411-Pain offers the following advice to help keep YOU from being among them:

When the first snow of the year falls, remember your skills are rusty. Take it easy - slow down and make sure to leave EXTRA room between you and the car ahead of you. Double or triple your normal following distance. For every 10mph of speed you should have 4 car lengths ahead to allow sufficient time to break. If you're going 30mph, you should have a 12 car span between you and the car in front.

Don't be fooled - just because you're on the highway and all looks clear doesn't mean it's safe to drive your normal speed. It takes between 4 and 10 times longer to brake on ice or snow! Remember - there is no correct speed in bad weather; it all depends an the road conditions, your car & you. Even if there is no ice or snow on the ground yet, slow down when snow, sleet or freezing rain first begin to fall.
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Make sure you have the proper tires. While all weather tires do provide more traction, if you live in an area that gets frequent and heavy snow, snow tires are your best choice. Your tires should have at least a 6/32-inch tread.

Don't be lulled into a false sense of safety just because you have four wheel drive. This helps to give more traction, but it does not make up for poor winter weather driving skills and smart safety precautions.

If you feel your car start to slip and slide,  remain calm and DON'T BRAKE! This will not help get your traction back. Ease off the gas and let the car slow naturally while steering your car in the direction you want to go - away from the way you are skidding. If you do need to brake, apply steady and even pressure  if you have anti-lock brakes as most modern cars do. If you have an older car without anti-lock breaks, then quickly keep braking over and over. ("pump the brake")

Keep your car equipped with some basic emergency items such as a scraper, a snow shovel, some sand or cat litter, a flare and a flashlight. Also water, snacks and a blanket in case you are still unable to dig yourself out and you need to wait for rescue.

411 Pain, the leader in road safety awareness, tells you the truth about driving in snow to keep you safe on the road no matter what the conditions.
Everyone at 411-Pain reminds you to PLEASE:
Never text and drive, never drink and drive and always wear your seat belt.

411 Pain Blog: Road Trips and Rest Stops

Road Trips and Rest Stops

Road trips are a great way to travel. They allow you to move at your own pace
and offer the opportunity to see parts of the country, airplanes fly over and trains
speed past.  The key to making the most of this slice of Americana is maintaining
comfort by getting enough rest.

Rest Stop Safety

411 Pain recommends all who will be driving on the road trip get plenty of sleep
the night before the journey.  Being alert and well rested is the safest way to hit the road.
When you need a break or a chance to stretch your legs, rest areas may be
the way to go.  But it is best to visit them in broad daylight and when you have an
adult traveling companion.   While the rest areas can be a valuable oasis to weary drivers,
they have also become a place for criminals to find easy targets . Motorists have been robbed, raped,
carjacked, and even killed while simply trying to get a cat nap or a break at highway
rest stops.  411 pain advises drivers to consider logging on to the Interstate Travel Guide.
It is a directory of  rest stops across the country that offer security and other services like gas and food.

Car Comforts

Another option for a brief break from the road, can be the parking lots of 24 hour businesses.
411 Pain has this word of warning, before pulling into that parking spot, look for signs which prohibit
trespassing or loitering. Failure to do so and that quick 15 minute nap in the front seat could lead to a fine as
high as the price of a night at a hotel.  It can't hurt to go into the business and ask to speak to
the manager to get permission to park in the lot.   Also if you chose to sleep in your car, be very, very
careful.  Be aware of your surroundings; cover your windows with sheets or tarps so passers by can't see you sleeping; the key is to draw as little attention to yourself so as not to become a crime victim.
Make sure you have things to make your car stay comfortable.  Books and magazines are a good
choice.  Music not so much, it may prove distracting and if too loud, will alert others to your presence.

For a Few Dollars More

If your road trip budget can be stretched at bit more, the safest option is always to spend the night
in a hotel. There are plenty of affordable options listed on both travel websites and smartphone
apps.  Also, if traveling with small children, consider a campground. It can add an adventurous aspect
to your road trip. Most are clean, secure and offer lodging choices ranging from tents to cottages so there's
something for every comfort level.

Remember the Sleep Bank

So when you are saving up for that road trip, short or long, include time and money for rest in the budget.
No one knows better than you how much sleep you need a night or how comfortable you need to be to get
good rest.  411 Pain reminds us,  no one wants to risk their life riding with a drowsy driver. And nothing puts the brakes on fun faster on a road trip than an irascible captain of the ship.

Three Vehicle Accident on the 411 Pain blog

Three Vehicle Accident Sends

Two to the Hospital

A three vehicle accident in Hickory, N.C. on July 8, 2012 resulted in a married couple having to be transported to the hospital. Witnesses say that the accident was caused by the driver of a white Honda Civic, who ran a red light and collided with an SUV. After striking the SUV, causing it to flip over, the Honda then struck a separate vehicle that was waiting at a red light.

The driver of the Honda Civic was traveling with her three children. None of the children were injured in the accident. The driver did not sustain life-threatening injuries. The occupants of the SUV acquired the most severe injuries during the accident. They had to be cut out of their vehicle. Officers said that it looked as though she had a broken leg.

Terrible accidents can be avoided by simply following the law. Had the woman driving the Honda Civic not ran the red light, this accident would never have happened. 1 800 411 Pain strongly advises that all motorists adhere to traffic laws at all times. Something as simple as stopping at a stop sign or red light can be the deciding factor in whether or not an accident occurs. For more of the latest information on driver safety and accident news, visit www.411Pain-News.com. Robert Lewin, owner of 1 800 411 Pain, reminds you not to drink and drive and to always wear your seat belt. 

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Train Collision Sends Five to the Hospital

According to Sacto 9-1-1, five people were sent to the hospital after a passenger train collided with a car on March 29, 2012. When the train made contact with the initial vehicle (a black BMW), it forced the car into a separate vehicle. The drivers from both vehicles required medical attention. Three passengers from the train were also taken to the hospital. No serious injuries were reported. According to officials, the train had pinned the black BMW between itself and a tree. Firefighters had to remove the vehicle’s roof to release the driver.

Accidents of any kind are unfortunate. The individuals involved in this accident were extremely fortunate that no one sustained any serious injuries and that no fatalities occurred. It is important to remember that accidents can happen at any time, without notice. The aftermath can be devastating, leaving victims injured and out of work. Having access to reliable medical and legal advice after an accident can significantly reduce the amount of stress suffered after a car accident. 411 Pain is a medical and legal referral service. If you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident, call 411 Pain to find out how they may be able to help you. Remember, after 911, call 411!   

 Robert Lewin, owner of 411 Pain, reminds you not to drink and drive and to always wear your seat belt.       

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