Regarding car accidents in New York, distracted driving is a major factor. An increasing number of drivers have admitted to being distracted by their phones in recent years. This takes their focus away from the road for several minutes. Distracted driving was responsible for the deaths of 3,142 persons in just 2020.
When someone else’s carelessness causes you substantial harm, you should be compensated for your suffering. Whether your case is simple or complex, our Queens injury attorneys have the knowledge and resources to get you the compensation you deserve.
In What Circumstances Does Distracted Driving Apply?
On a highway, you can supposedly cover the length of a football field when it takes you to look down at your phone and respond to a text message. To travel at 55 mph for so long is unfathomable. Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents, so it’s no surprise that this is so common. The person behind the wheel must always give their undivided attention.
Distracted driving includes many activities, such as using a cell phone, eating, drinking, fiddling with the radio, searching for an item, and more. Every time a driver’s attention is diverted from the road, they commit this offense.
If a driver is determined to have been distracted during an accident, that person will likely be held primarily responsible for the incident. You should seek recompense from them, as they are likely to be at fault. Consider taking the time to speak with an attorney about your rights and legislation.
Reasons Why You Need a Lawyer for Your Case
Your attorney will be able to advance your case significantly. The driver’s mobile data can be subpoenaed if necessary. With this, we can determine whether or not the person was using a phone or texting at the time of the collision. We once had a client who subpoenaed the driver’s logs after she had been engaged in a back-and-forth text chat with her boyfriend for 15 minutes.
Your attorney will also be able to track down any surveillance footage of the accident that may be available. We can also travel to the site of the collision to gather more information from the authorities there.
We often consult with outside specialists if we want your defense to be as solid as possible. Your attorney will then engage in dialogue with the insurance provider for the party at fault to arrive at a fair settlement. There is absolutely no need for you to stress over this procedure.