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Anything that diverts a driver’s attention is distracted driving

On Behalf of | Jan 22, 2020 | Uncategorized

When a person is behind the wheel of a vehicle, his or her only concern should be on driving attentively and arriving at the destination safely. Unfortunately, this does not always happen, often because of distracted driving. While there are many things that can take an Alabama driver’s attention, cell phones are the main culprits.

There is no excuse for distracted driving, no matter what it is that takes a driver’s attention. Each person is responsible for the choices made while operating a vehicle and failure to maintain focus can result in preventable accidents that leave innocent people with serious injuries. You may find it interesting to learn more about the impact of cell phones and the other things that can lead to physical, mental and cognitive distraction.

A growing safety concern

There have been things distracting drivers as long as there have been personal vehicles. Cell phones are a major source of distraction and a significant safety concern, but they are not the only things that can take a driver’s attention away from driving. Consider the following facts about distracted driving and the dangers that come with it:

  • Distracted driving is only one form of inattentive driving. Fatigue and emotional duress can also lead to unsafe driving.
  • Things such as eating while driving, daydreaming, talking to a passenger and adjusting the radio count as distracted driving.
  • The statistics regarding distracted driving are staggering, but there is reason to believe there is an underreporting of these types of accidents.

Distracted driving tends to be a more significant problem with younger drivers. Even a moment of inattentiveness can have deadly consequences. Distracted driving often encompasses some of the same behaviors as drunk driving, such as swerving and driving at erratic speeds. Any time a driver behaves negligently behind the wheel, it can needlessly endanger every person on the road.

Are you a victim?

If you are the victim of an accident caused by a distracted driver, you have rights. Through a personal injury claim, you may be able to recoup some of your financial losses and hold liable parties accountable. You do not have to struggle through the aftermath of a serious car accident alone.

An assessment of your case can help you understand what legal options may be available to you. It is in your interests to work with a lawyer who understands personal injury law and can act as your advocate through every step of the civil claims process.