Distracted Driving
National traffic safety campaigns launched in recent years have focused largely on the problem of drunk driving on our nation’s highways, roads, and neighborhood streets. Because of such awareness campaigns, many people realize that driving while intoxicated poses a large threat to drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and others on the road. What many people do not realize is that distracted driving is also a very common problem that can cause serious injuries and even death.
If a person is not paying attention to the way they are operating their motor vehicle, the likelihood of an accident is greatly increased. If a person causes injury or death to another individual due to reckless or negligent behavior behind the wheel, he or she may be held liable for the victim’s pain, suffering, and medical bills. If you or someone you love has been injured by a distracted driver, contact the Pennsylvania personal injury attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511.
Common Causes of Distracted Driving
Persons operating motor vehicles may be distracted by:
- Talking on cell phones
- Using cell phones to send e-mails or text messages
- Applying make-up
- Paying attention to loud music or onboard entertainment systems
- Passengers rough-housing or playing in the vehicle
- Changing clothes or rushing to get ready for events while driving
- Looking for items in the back-seat
- Paying attention to children in the back-seat of the vehicle
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Distracted drivers can pose a serious risk to other drivers, passengers, and pedestrians alike. If you or someone you love has suffered injury in an accident with a distracted driver, contact the Pennsylvania auto accident attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 610-667-7511 to discuss your legal options.