Texting while driving is a form of distracted driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a federal agency focused on safe driving, reports that sending or reading a text message takes approximately five seconds. A driver traveling at 55 mph who looks away from the road for that amount of time can cover the length of a football field without seeing what is ahead.
This combination of risky behaviors can cause a distracted driving accident that leads to catastrophic and often deadly consequences for innocent motorists who share the road with the at-fault driver. Texting while driving car accidents in Clearwater are common. If you suffered injuries in such an accident, contact our experienced auto collision attorneys at Herman & Wells. We could help you review your injury case and determine your best path forward for your recovery.
You may think texting means manually using the keypad of your cell phone to send a quick message to someone. The NHTSA defines it more broadly to include:
Since 2019, the Florida Ban on Texting While Driving Law, codified under Florida Statutes § 316.305, has adopted that definition.
Much of our area contains six-lane roads and interstates that grow busier every year. If a motorist is texting while driving and causes a car accident that injures you in Clearwater, you may have the right to pursue compensation from the at-fault driver.
Our attorneys at Herman & Wells could establish that a texting while driving crash constitutes negligence, allowing you to seek compensation if all legal elements are met. These include:
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To strengthen and build a negligence case, we examine evidence such as stamped electronic device activity and call logs, witness statements, police and medical reports, and surveillance video. We also maintain close communication with you so that you always know how your case is progressing. Our team answers your questions and reinforces your confidence that the future looks better. If a Clearwater driver was texting and caused a vehicle collision that injured you, contact us to learn how we could help.
Texting while driving car accidents in Clearwater lead to severe consequences. In just a few seconds of looking down at a phone, a distracted driver can cause a collision that leads to devastating consequences. Even though federal and state law forbid texting while driving, it remains common along US-19 at all hours. When these drivers cause accidents that result in injuries, they should take responsibility for the losses they create.
At Herman & Wells, we carefully evaluate every detail of your injury case, applying our experience to pursue your compensation and ensure that qualified legal professionals manage your claim with diligence and care. Allow us to ascertain the optimal resolution for your distinct case. Contact our office today to schedule a free consultation.
