It can be quite nerve-racking to use public transportation, especially in Las Vegas. Even though public transportation is safer than driving yourself, you still may be anxious about making public transportation part of your daily life. However, there are some things you can do to make your journey from point A to point B more enjoyable—or, at the very least, less stressful. So, Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys would like to present you with 5 safety tips for taking the bus.
Stay Alert
Whenever you ride public transportation, you should always stay alert. Avoid distractions! This means you shouldn’t be listening to loud music or playing games on your phone. Paying attention is your best friend when taking the bus. If you fail to stay alert, any number of things could happen. Someone could swipe your purse or wallet when you’re not looking; or, even worse, someone could injure you.
Mind Your Appearance
It’s true: you shouldn’t be distracted while taking public transportation. However, just because you’re supposed to be alert doesn’t mean you shouldn’t put on a façade for others. You should at least make yourself look like you’re busy and disinterested with your environment. If you put on this illusion, unwanted persons may be less interested in interacting with you.
In addition, you should not wear anything that stands out. Blending in is a key factor of bus safety. Fancy jewelry, clothes with well-known brand logos, expensive accessories, and other items put a target on your back. You should try to dress plainly so predators deem you unworthy of their sinister plans.
Mind Your Position
Choosing a seat on the bus is often a difficult task. You might think it’s a good idea to sit near the exits, but that’s actually the opposite of what you should do. Sitting near the exits makes it easier for thieves to steal your possessions since they can more easily hop off the bus right after they steal from you. Instead, you should try to find a seat alone and far away from other passengers on the bus.
Be Smart with Possessions
Don’t be ostentatious with your possessions. That iPhone you’re holding? It’s probably worth at least a few hundred dollars – a hefty payday for thieves. Keep your phone in your pocket, and as for purses and wallets, keep them on you at all times. Don’t leave anything under your seat thinking you’ll remember it. Keep large possessions in your lap and, if possible, out of sight.
Carry Protection
It’s always a good idea to carry some form of protection while riding public transportation. Be careful, though. There are other passengers on the bus, so defensive choices that have a large area of effect could harm more than just the person who’s giving you trouble. Pepper spray, for instance, isn’t a very good idea. Chances are, many people on the bus will be affected, and the whole bus will have to evacuate. Instead, you should opt for a small taser or stun gun. This choice is safer and affects only the person giving you trouble. Check your local ordinances for what is legal in your state.
Suffer from a Public Transportation Injury?
If you have a personal injury, don’t wait to take action. Contact Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys right away. Our experienced personal injury lawyers work day and night to get you the compensation you deserve. You can visit us during our office hours, which are Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feel free to give us a call anytime at 844-977-1900. Additionally, you can contact us online and utilize our LiveChat feature. Consultations are free, and we don’t collect any fees until we win your case. So don’t wait; call Lerner and Rowe today!
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