(Australia-NewsWire.Com, October 05, 2015 ) Witta, Queensland -- Ruth Peters from Olliers Solicitors, a leading criminal law firm based in Manchester, has shed some light on the legal ramifications of having an accident while wearing high heels. Rule 97 of the Highway Code states that 'before setting off on a journey in your car, people should ensure that clothing and footwear do not prevent you using the controls in the correct manner'.
Surprisingly, there is no specific law dealing with the issue of driving in high heels. Drivers from a legal point of view can wear any type of shoe including flip flops, high heels, stilettos or even go barefoot while in control of a car. The issue could however be considered to be driving without due care and attention should there be an accident due to inappropriate footwear.
As with many rules this is open to interpretation which makes it difficult to defend if an officer forms an opinion that the footwear may have affected the driver ability. Driving with unsuitable footwear, especially high heels can cause the foot to get stuck on or under the pedal. High heels can distort the ability to measure how much pressure needs to be applied. This however can apply to flip flops also.
Recent research by the Road Safety Authority shows 60% of women admit to wearing high heels while driving. Men have also been recognised as wearing flip flops which can cause problems when switching pedals or when trying to brake quickly. Basically it comes down to the responsibility of the driver and making sensible choices. All motorists must consider not only the safety of other drivers on the road but the passengers travelling with them.
Giggling Monkey believes that when travelling with an infant in the vehicle the driver must be in control and comfortable. Risks should never be taken with passengers. giggling Monkey cannot control what shoes are used but they can remove other problems like distractions, turning to tend the baby in the rear. They have released our Giggling Monkey Baby Car Mirror for this reason.
This Mirror comes with Safety Features like a Very Large Shatterproof Mirror that is Easy to Assemble and Clean. Further Safety Features include a Soft Outer Cover. Most Mirrors are quite Hard and Brittle which could Harm the Baby if accidentally kicked or if it falls onto Bubby during transit. Giggling Monkey Baby Car Mirror's Straps are Very Securely Attached to the Mirror so No Slipping or Falling.
Giggling Monkey also has a 100% Life Time Guarantee and is currently on sale for $15.90 for a short time. Giggling Monkey Baby Car Mirror offers peace of mind when driving with an Infant in the rear.
About Giggling Monkey
Giggling Monkey is a new business dedicated to bringing the public high quality baby products that are safe and easy to use, while giving peace of mind to all parents with infants. Greater expansion into the baby, parent product area is their long term goal.