Move Over and Slow Down: West Virginia Officials Review Law
When police have someone pulled over on the side of the highway, road crews are out doing repairs or a driver waits on the shoulder for assistance with a flat tire, drivers are required to move over if it's safe to do so and slow down to avoid a wreck.
West Virginia law aims to prevent roadside crashes, but the number of such incidents remains troubling. In 1996, a paramedic in South Carolina was killed while trying to help with a crash on the side of a highway, prompting state legislatures to create a law protecting first responders.
Today, every state in the country has adopted its own version of this law. As a driver, it is essential to be aware of and follow this law to ensure safety on the roads.
Move over if it's safe to do so and slow down to avoid a wreck.
Author's summary: West Virginia reviews law to prevent roadside crashes.