The right seat and proper installation can mean the difference between life and death for your child if you are in a car accident. If you have a personal injury from a car accident you need the help of an experienced lawyer. Call an attorney at Hollingsworth Kelly for a free consultation at 520-882-8080. Visit their website at www.hollingsworthlaw.com.

2. A new Arizona Law could result
in a $50 fine if you are found
driving with a child who is not
seated in a booster seat.

3. Starting August 2, 2012, a child must
be seated and restrained in a
booster seat if they are between the
ages of 5 and 7 and under 4’ 10”.

4. According to the National Highway
Traffic and Safety Administration,
car crashes are the most fatal
accidents for children ages 1 to 12 in
the U.S.

5. To reduce these statistics, proper
use of booster seats may prevent
serious injuries or fatalities.

6. As parents, we know that one of
your biggest concerns while in the
car is the safety of your infant or
toddler.

7. This is why the type of car seat or
booster seat that you choose is
immensely important.

8. The right seat and proper
installation can mean the difference
between life and death for your child
if you are in a car accident.

9. As you know, there are numerous
types and models of car seats to
choose from.
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10. It can be trying to choose the best
option for your child.
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11. This is why the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety compiled a list of
the best and worst seats for your
child.

12. It is imperative that the seat you
choose properly fits not only your
child, but your car as well.
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13. There are various resources
available to ensure the proper seat
and fit for your child.
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14. SafetyBeltSafe U.S.A, a non-profit
organization dedicated to child
passenger safety offers this 5-step
test

15. that all parents should utilize when
deciding whether or not their child
needs a booster seat.
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16. • Does the child sit all the way back
with hips against the auto seat?

17.  Do your child’s knees bend
comfortably at the edge of the auto
seat?

18. • Does the shoulder belt cross the
shoulder between the neck and
the arm?

19. • Is the lap belt as low on the hips
as possible and touching the
thighs?

20. • Can the child stay seated like this
for the duration of the trip?

21. If the answer to any of these
questions was “no” a booster seat is
necessary to ensure proper seatbelt
positioning and protection.

22. Parents are also encouraged to take
their booster seat and car the
nearest car inspection station.

23. The locations are available at the
NHTSA website.
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24. For those whose concern is the cost
of a booster seat, there are
programs available that offer
assistance.

25. The Children Are Priceless
Passengers campaign, run by
Tucson Medical Center,

26. offers intensive training to inform
parents about how to properly install
a car seat.

27. The classes are taught by NHTSA-
certified instructors.
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28. Included with the minimal class fee
is an age and weight appropriate
booster seat.

29. If you witness a child who is not
properly restrained, you are
encouraged to call the
“Buckle Up, Baby” hotline:
1-800-505-BABY.

30. The following information is necessary
to file a report:
 Vehicle License number and state
 The location of the vehicle
 Where the child was sitting in the
vehicle

31. today if you need
immediate help or to schedule a
free consultation.
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32. Hollingsworth Kelly Law Firm
3501 North Campbell, Suite 104
Tucson, Arizona
85719-2032
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33. Telephone (520) 882-8080
Fax (520) 882-0428
Email
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