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Help for victims of distracted drivers

On Behalf of | Dec 6, 2019 | Car Accidents

Distracted driving accidents can be devastating for victims and their families, which is why they need to be aware of the legal protections available to them when harmed. A distracted driver may be held liable for the damages they inflict upon a car accident victim through a personal injury claim. When successful, a personal injury lawsuit can help victims of distracted driving-related accidents recover compensation for their physical, financial, and emotional damages.

Too many drivers are looking away from the roadway and not paying attention while driving. There are generally three categories of driver distraction including visual, manual, and cognitive. Visual distractions remove the driver’s eyes from the roadways. Manual distraction remove the driver’s hands from the steering wheel. Cognitive distractions remove the driver’s attention and focus from the roadway.

There are many everyday behaviors drivers engage in that can be distracting, including operating a cell phone while drive, adjusting a radio while driving, operating a navigation device while driving, reading while driving, eating while driving, grooming while driving, and engaging with passengers while driving. Texting while driving is considered a very serious form of distracted driving because it combines visual, manual, and cognitive distractions all at once.

Far too often these actions put innocent motorists at risk, which is why those who have been harmed in one of these car accidents should consider taking legal actions to protect their best interests.

Distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents throughout the country It is important to hold distracted drivers accountable and for victims to get the help they need with the damages they have suffered. Oftentimes, a personal injury claim for damages can help them do that.

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