Texting While Driving Accidents

English & Associates is a Law Firm Specializing in Texting While Driving Accidents and Distracted Driving Accidents in Dallas and the State of Texas

Have you or someone you know been seriously injured in an auto accident in Dallas or elsewhere in the state of Texas because of another driver's texting at the wheel? Driving is an activity that requires full concentration, and composing, reading, and sending text messages will compromise the driver's concentration.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 16% of all fatal crashes in 2008 were caused by driver distraction.

Nowadays, we can find many studies that examine the effects of texting while driving.  The one conclusion they all seem to have is texting impairs a driver's abilities.

One of the most obvious things that happen when a driver is texting while driving is that the driver would avert his eyes from the road for around five seconds. This is more than enough time for a person to run in front of the vehicle or for the vehicle in front of you to make a sudden stop or to miss seeing the light change.

Another thing that happens when a driver is texting is that his mind would be on the message he is reading or composing. This, of course, prevents the driver from thinking quickly and compromises his reflexes. Chances are, he will not be able to react quickly to a situation on the road because he is thinking of something else.

Some of the most common distractions while driving that result in catastrophic injury: 

Car Accident Injury from a Driver Answering Cell Phone Calls:

This is one of the most common distractions while driving. Many people do it despite it being very dangerous. Even headsets do not help much since it is the conversation that takes away a driver's focus on the road ahead.

Car Accident Injury from a Driver Multi-Tasking:

Many people also try doing other things while driving like putting up make up or eating a burger. This can also be a potential cause for car accidents.

Car Accident Injury from a Driver Texting While Driving:

This is also a very common occurrence. Texting while driving takes away the use of one hand and requires you to occasionally glance at your cell phone. This can lead to disastrous results.

Car Accident Injury from a Driver Listening to Loud Music:

Some people like turning up their car stereos really loud when they like the music. Unfortunately this can also drown out important sounds from outside the car such as car horns and the engine sounds of other cars. These are important cues that help a driver become aware of his surroundings.

Car Accident Injury from a Driver Reading Maps:

People who are travelling in unfamiliar roads often bring maps with them for reference. Unfortunately, maps also take the driver's concentration from what he is doing. In the few seconds it takes to glance at a map, an accident can easily take place.

 

Recent News about Texting While Driving:

 

Texting While Driving Bill Awaiting Gov. Perry's Signature

Teen crashes while texting and driving

Texting While Driving Leads to Accident

 

For More Information:

 

Texas Department of Transportation

Texas Department of Public Safety

US Department of Transportation



Have you been seriously injured in an automobile accident resulting from a distracted driver or a driver who was texting while driving? English & Associates specializes in handling these types of cases. Contact the Dallas Texting While Driving Accident Lawyer at our firm.