So far, in just the first few month of 2021, we have seen four rather serious motor vehicle collisions right outside the Mike Kelly Law Group’s Columbia office at the intersection of Taylor and Huger Streets. Each of them resulted in injuries, and police, fire, and, emergency vehicles were called to the scene. Sadly, it appeared that all four accidents could have been avoided had the drivers simply slowed down and obeyed traffic signals.

My employees and I are well aware that, when people exit 126 onto Huger, they drive as if they’re on a racetrack. Working with accident victims on a daily basis also means that we are all too familiar with the dangers and consequences associated with this sort of reckless driving. Even so, witnessing these recent collisions—one of which ended with a vehicle hitting the building in which our Columbia office is located—was shocking, and it re-emphasized in my mind just how perilous our roadways can be. I’m sharing this story with you all in hopes that it may serve as a reminder of the importance of driving defensively and following the rules of the road. Simply taking a moment to look both ways before proceeding through a green light or intersection can be a lifesaver—literally! Please be careful out there, and drive attentively!