Tips on how to avoid accidents in busy parking lots.

1) Drive Slowly: One of the easiest ways to avoid cars that are speeding, cutting across the lot or pulling out of parking spaces is to drive slowly and beware of who and what is around you.

2) Make Sure Check Twice: Use your eyes and mirrors, and whenever possible ask your passengers to look around as well,to make sure your path is clear before you pull or back out of a parking space.

3) Walking Good for Your Health: Try and park farther from store entrances, the father away you are from the store, tends to be less crowded. This helps to prevent dings and scratches from other car doors or shopping carts. If it is dark outside, park wherever you feel safest, like a well-lit area. Not only dose a little walking help to keep your car saver from dents and dings but it is also good for you.

4) Accident Still Happen: If despite your best efforts, you are involved in a parking lot accident, report it to police and your insurer right away, even if it seems minor. This way, you are protected in case the other party does not have insurance or files a claim.

If you accidentally hit a parked car or other property, and can not find the owner, securely attach a note with your name and contact information to it, then notify the police and your insurer.