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Texting and Driving Accident Lawyer in Bryan-College Station
What is Texting and Driving?
The number of car crashes due to distracted driving and cell phone use has sky rocketed. Texting, cell phone apps, online music and podcasts are all dangerous combinations with driving. Our communities are becoming more congested, with busy highways and roadways. Sadly, more and more drivers have become involved in cell phone-related car accidents. Though most states outlaw the use of cell phones while driving or mandate “hands free only” use of cell phones while behind the wheel, drivers are still texting and driving. We all see it every day. A driver who is distracted by text messaging or checking e-mail can lead to severe injuries and automobile crashes.
What Are The Laws Regarding Text & Driving In Texas?
In Texas, the laws regarding texting and driving are stringent to enhance road safety and reduce accidents caused by distracted driving. As of September 1, 2017, Texas law prohibits drivers from reading, writing, or sending electronic messages while operating a motor vehicle. This means that any form of text-based communication, including SMS, emails, and instant messages, is forbidden while driving.
For novice drivers under 18 years of age, the law is even stricter. These drivers are prohibited from using any wireless communication devices while driving, not just for texting but for any purpose. Additionally, school bus drivers are not allowed to use cell phones when children are present, and all drivers are prohibited from using handheld devices while in school zones.
Violating these laws can result in fines ranging up to $99 for first-time offenders and up to $200 for repeat offenses. However, if texting and driving result in an accident causing serious injury or death, more severe penalties could be imposed.
If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone texting while driving, it’s crucial to seek legal assistance immediately. Our Bryan-College Station texting and driving accident lawyers have extensive experience handling such cases. We can help you understand your rights, gather necessary evidence, and pursue compensation for your injuries and damages.
Consequences of Texting and Driving
Texting and driving is a dangerous behavior that can have serious consequences. When a driver is distracted by their phone, they are not fully focused on the road, increasing the risk of accidents and injuries. In fact, texting while driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents in the United States.
Some potential consequences of texting and driving include:
- Increased risk of collisions
- Injuries to yourself and others
- Legal consequences such as fines or license suspension
- Financial costs associated with accidents and legal fees
- Guilt and emotional trauma from causing harm to others
It is important to prioritize safety on the road and avoid texting while driving to protect yourself and those around you. If you have been involved in a texting and driving accident, our Bryan-College Station law firm is here to help you navigate the legal process and seek the compensation you deserve.
What to do
Jeff Paradowski is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Jeff is a Bryan/College Station personal injury attorney with nearly 30 years of experience in representing drivers who have been seriously injured and even killed in car accidents due to another driver’s cell phone use. Check with local judges and other attorneys before hiring your attorney. Ask them about Jeff Paradowski, his reputation, and results Jeff has had at the courthouse. We will get for you what you deserve.
Expectations
In most cases, we collaborate with expert engineers, medical providers and life care planners in order to determine the best possible medical and legal help for our injured clients. We consult with your medical providers when necessary to ensure thorough diagnosing and treatment of your injuries.
We investigate each crash thoroughly including a review and analysis of the at-fault driver’s cell phone records. There are nearly 400 million cell phones in the United States. Cell phones store a lot of useful data and a cell phone carrier maintains call detail records that not only show when a call or text was made, but also shows the caller’s approximate location at the beginning and end of each call. This data can show whether a driver was talking and texting at the time of the crash and where the driver was located when the call or text was made. This information will help determine the cell phone driver’s route and approximate speed from point A to point B and is useful at times in determining whether driver fatigue played a role in the crash.
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