Despite the mounting evidence of the dangers — and specific California laws — many people cannot put down the cell phone while driving. Government statistics show that distracted driving is a factor in one of every five motor vehicle crashes, and that figure may be low.
Talking On The Phone While Driving in San Diego
If you or your loved one was injured through the negligence of a distracted driver, the Phillips & Pelly law firm is committed to justice for you. Our distracted driver attorneys handle car accidents in San Diego, Chula Vista, Poway, Oceanside and throughout San Diego County. Contact us for a free consultation to protect your rights and explore your potential lawsuit.
San Diego Texting While Driving Accident Lawyers
Driving a car safely requires concentration, vigilance and hands on the wheel. Yet it seems you can't drive three blocks without seeing some driver whose attention is divided by some other activity: talking or texting on a cell phone, head-turned conversations with passengers, eating, reading, grooming or listening to music through headphones.
If there is any doubt about who is at fault, our experienced personal injury lawyers are skilled at demonstrating the distracted behavior, through witness accounts, police reports, evidence at the scene and other methods, including subpoena of cell phone records.
California Law on Cell Phone Use While Driving
Since January 1, 2009, state law has prohibited:
— Writing, sending or reading text messages while operating a motor vehicle
— Talking on a handheld cell phone while driving
— Use of a handheld or hands-free wireless device by drivers under age 18
Injuries or Death from Texting and Other Distraction
Not only are drivers on cell phones four times as likely to have a crash, but their split focus and slowed reactions tend to make the injuries worse. They are more likely to rear-end someone, run a red light, cross the center line or drift into the next lane, and the delay in hitting the breaks or swerving translates to higher speed at impact. We have held distracted and inattentive drivers accountable for serious and catastrophic injuries and for fatal car accidents.
Contacting a San Diego Car Accident Attorney Today!
Phillips & Pelly handles all communication with the insurance companies, once we accept your case, investigate liability and insurance, and we assist clients with immediate matters such as rental cars, property damage and access to medical care if you do not have health insurance. Call 858-345-5929 or contact us online for a free case evaluation with an experienced personal injury lawyer. There are no fees unless we win compensation.
