Virginia Distracted Driving Accident Attorneys

Driving While Talking or Texting on Cell Phones

Two of the most dangerous driver distractions are talking on the cell phone and texting while driving. In 2008, there were approximately 6,000 fatalities and 500,000 injuries in auto accidents caused by distracted drivers. The U.S. Department of Transportation estimates that cell phone use was a factor in many of these accidents.

In fact, a report released by the Department of Transportation indicates that driving while talking on the cell phone is almost as dangerous as driving while intoxicated.

Texting while driving is far more dangerous. When you talk on the cell phone, your eyes are at least on the road. Texting while driving forces you to take your eyes off the road, often for dangerously long periods of time. A recent study on the texting behaviors of truck drivers found that truckers took their eyes off the road for as much as five seconds every time they texted. Driving 60 mph on the highway, five seconds is long enough to cause a serious accident.

The dangers of cell phone use and texting while driving is compounded by the frequency which young, inexperienced drivers engage in these actions. Young drivers are already at a statistically higher risk of getting into a car accident. Cell phone use raises this risk even higher.

End Distracted Driving

At Kalfus & Nachman PC, the most important thing on our minds is the safety of our community. With this in mind, we are proud sponsors of EndDD. EndDD stands for “End Distracted Driving” and is an organization committed to raising awareness about distracted driving and the how ending it can save countless lives.

We truly hope that we never have to receive a call that you or a loved one was injured due to a distracted driving accident in VA, but if you are in need of help or more information, please call us today at 855-880-8163.

Experienced Virginia Distracted Driving Accident Lawyers

If you have suffered a serious injury in an auto accident caused by a distracted driver, Kalfus & Nachman PC can help you receive the compensation you deserve. We have the skills and experience to battle the insurance companies, and we can help make sure your settlement adequately covers your medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Please contact the Virginia car accident attorneys at Kalfus & Nachman PC today by calling (855) 880-8163 or completing our online form to schedule your free initial consultation. We serve clients in Roanoke, Norfolk, and Newport News, Virginia.