Have you been injured in an accident while texting and driving?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 10% of car accidents are caused due to distracted driving. It is also one of the leading causes of road accidents worldwide. Since 2016, texting and driving have been banned in many places including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia. The 2017 Traffic Safety Culture Index survey report conveyed that around 45% of the drivers admitted to driving while reading text or emails.
Surviving an injury from an auto accident can be a lengthy process. The entire journey only gets difficult when you try to do it all on your own. Hiring an attorney can help you understand the legal complexities and guide you through the entire process. Our lawyers are competent and highly experienced to resolve all complex legalities.
A few must-known facts about texting and driving
Accidents caused due to distractions are much higher than you think in the US and other countries. Here are some shocking statistics of distracted driving in the United States.
- As per the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the use of cell phones behind the wheels has increased the risk of a crash by 83%
- In 2017, 84% of TSCI survey respondents noticed that drivers get distracted while texting or emailing via their phones
- Although 96% of the population condemned texting and driving, 1 out of 3 drivers is still found guilty of the same
- Reports show that in 2015 over 15% of the auto accidents were due to distracted drivers. Out of which, 2100 of them were using their cell phones while driving.
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Recovering from an accident can be painful and emotionally challenging. All victims with severe injuries go through emotional turmoil and suffer from physical, mental and financial distress. It is crucial for you to get your life back on track and protect your legal rights.
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