Distracted driving is a leading cause of car wrecks across the state, and cell phone use contributes to those crashes. Many people find it tempting to check their phones while driving, and the resulting collisions can be serious. Fresno consistently ranks among the most dangerous regions in the state for cell-phone-related collisions. Texting while driving car accidents in Fresno are common despite the state’s hands-free cell phone law. If you suffered injuries in a collision with a negligent motorist who was texting, our experienced attorneys can help.
Proving liability and pursuing damages after this type of accident requires a careful review of the evidence and possible legal action. The auto wreck attorneys at Dunnion Law, who have been practicing for over 50 years, can discuss your options with you.
When a motorist turns their attention away from the road for any reason, they are driving while distracted. Each year, distracted driving accidents injure thousands of people nationwide and cause over 3,000 traffic fatalities.
Common causes of distracted driving crashes include:
Multitasking while driving can endanger other motorists, as well as cyclists and nearby pedestrians. Studies show that a vehicle can travel the length of a football field in under three seconds. A driver who is texting instead of watching the road for that length of time can cause a devastating accident while essentially driving blind.
Texting while driving can distract a motorist by drawing their eyes away from the road, shifting their focus to what they want their message to say, and requiring them to use their hands to type.
Research consistently shows that driving safely and texting at the same time is impossible. Our Fresno attorneys will use all available technology to investigate your car wreck and determine whether a texting driver caused it.
Texting while driving can cause car crashes that result in fatalities or serious injuries, including:
Injuries sustained in a car accident can require extensive medical treatment, surgery, and long periods of rehabilitation and therapy. They can also lead to missed work, loss of income, and loss of future earning capacity because of their long-term effects. Our knowledgeable attorneys will collect evidence to support your claim for economic and non-economic damages after your Fresno auto crash with a texting motorist. Economic damages in a car accident claim include financial losses such as medical bills and lost wages, while non-economic damages include:
We work to help you get the compensation you need so you can focus on healing and rebuilding your life.
Distracted driving is a leading cause of car wrecks, with mobile device use being a top contributor to them. Texting while driving car accidents in Fresno happen frequently. If you suffered injuries because a negligent driver was texting, you deserve skilled legal help. Call our lawyers today to schedule a free consultation.
