The Risk Posed by Cellphone Use While Driving
Within the past decade, cellphones have become an integral part of our everyday lives. Many teenagers have a hard time comprehending what life was like for people before cellphones. While cellphones have made life more convenient for many, countless others have suffered tragedy as a result of distracted drivers causing devastating car accidents because of cellphone use.
At the law firm of Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Friend in Houston, Texas, we have almost 60 years of experience representing individuals and families in personal injury and wrongful death cases. If you have been injured in an auto accident involving cellphones or text messaging, we encourage you to contact a distracted driving accident attorney today to discuss your legal options.
Cellphone usage and texting while driving are responsible for many accidents every year. If you have been hurt in a car accident or lost a loved one due to the negligence of a distracted driver, you may be entitled to monetary compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other economic and noneconomic damages. For a free consultation, call 713-222-7211 (toll free 800-870-9584) or contact us online.
Cellphones and Car Accidents Go Hand in Hand
With more and more studies showing a connection between cellphones, distracted drivers and increases in car accidents, many states are taking action by making it illegal to place phone calls or send text messages while driving. Cellphones and driving simply do not mix.
Taking eyes off of the road to make a call, send a text or read an e-mail — even for a few seconds — can lead to rear-end collisions, head-on crashes and other types of motor vehicle accidents. The consequences of distracted driving can be catastrophic or even prove fatal.
For more legal information about rights following a car accident or to discuss your case with a Houston, Texas, cellphones and car accidents lawyer, call 713-222-7211 (toll free 800-870-9584) or contact us online.
