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California has several laws on the books banning the use of cellphones while driving. The first two laws prohibit all drivers from using handheld wireless phones or cellphones and bans drivers under the age of 18 from using hands-free cellphones. A third law bans texting and other wireless device use while driving.
Unfortunately, even with these laws in place in California and other states, approximately 600,000 drivers are attempting to use their cellphone at any given time throughout the day while driving. Some other sobering statistics about cellphone use while driving include the following:
- 1 out of every 4 car accidents in the U.S. is the result of texting while driving
- Approximately 390,000 injuries happen each year from accidents caused by texting driving
- Cell phone use while driving leads to 1.6 million crashes each year
- Of all cell phone related tasks, texting while driving is the most dangerous
As cell phone use continues to increase, so do your chances of being involved in a car accident caused by distracted driving. What happens if you are in an accident in which the other driver was on the phone and not paying attention? His or her carelessness may result in severe injuries to you and/or a loved one.
After the accident, you may feel overwhelmed, confused, and worried about your recovery, how will you pay your bills, and be able to handle other responsibilities. You may be entitled to compensation from the person responsible for causing the accident. Seek an attorney who understands the compensation you deserve for your injuries, medical care, pain and suffering, and lost income.
Proving your case
If you are bringing a legal claim against the other driver of the car, you have to be able to prove that he or she caused the accident as a result of texting while driving. To prove that someone was on their cell phone at the time that an accident has taken place can be done by using:
- Cell phone records
- Witness statements and drivers’ statements
- Accident scene pictures, including the interior of the defendant’s car and position of the cell phone
- Police reports
- Medical records
- Traffic surveillance footage
- Accident reconstruction reports
Send us a text…but not while you’re driving
Proving distracted driving in order to get fairly compensated for injuries sustained in a car accident is harder to prove than drunk or aggressive driving. If you have been involved in a car accident in which the other person was distracted by their phone, enlisting the services of a top tier personal injury attorney can help you obtain the evidence necessary to prove negligence and resolve your case with the best possible results.
At Roberts | Jeandron Injury Attorneys, car wreck attorneys in Newport Beach, we have the experience necessary to help you pursue the compensation you need to make sure that you have a successful recovery.
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