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Distracted driving remains the leading cause of car crashes all over the country. While it’s a serious traffic offense, it can also apply to a civil case. A distracted driving accident can result in severe injuries or fatalities, vehicle damage, lost wages, and more. If you were involved in a car crash that was caused by driver distraction, the legal team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins can help. Our experienced auto accident lawyers can help you file a claim and pursue compensation that can make you financially whole and allow you to move forward with your life.
After a motor vehicle collision, if you suffered injuries, you may be out of work and facing a long road to recovery. During this time you must pursue legal action to recover all accident-related costs.
At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, our legal team will help guide you through the insurance claims process every step of the way.
When you work with an auto accident lawyer on our legal team, they will also help by:
Your attorney may review the accident report to determine if the other driver said anything that could support your claim. The other driver may have admitted to talking on the phone or texting at the time of the accident or may have apologized for the accident. Law enforcement will note anything the driver stated when they are questioned. The officer may also note if they believed that driver inattention was a contributing factor to the accident.
Your attorney can also subpoena the other driver’s phone records. Calls, emails, and texts will have timestamps that will show when they were made or sent. The driver’s cell may also have metadata that shows when their screen was active and what applications were being used.
A witness may have seen the driver engaging in distracted driving behaviors.
After they have gathered and reviewed the evidence, your attorney will also:
Each year, Loncar Lyon Jenkins represents over 7,000 clients all over Texas and will travel to any city or town within the Lone Star state.
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Each year, Loncar Lyon Jenkins represents over 7,000 clients all over Texas and will travel to any city or town within the Lone Star state.
Distracted driving is anything that takes the driver’s attention away from the road.
This can include behaviors such as:
Distracted driving involves any type of activity that takes a driver’s attention away from the road.
There are three types of driving distractions:
A visual distraction will cause the driver to take their eyes off the road. Examples can include checking the radio or GPS or adjusting the temperature controls in the vehicle.
A manual distraction will cause the driver to remove their hands from the wheel. This type of distraction can include checking their phone, smoking, eating, or drinking.
A cognitive distraction will take the driver’s focus away from driving. This can include speaking to passengers or driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
As of 2017, texting while driving is illegal in Texas. This law targets drivers who are texting, playing, reading, or holding their phone to talk. Essentially, the law targets any driver who has a cell phone in their hand and is actively using it. The law does not target drivers who use their cell phones hands-free.
In Texas, driving and texting is a misdemeanor. Anyone that violates this law may receive a fine between $25-$99. Repeated offenses can result in a fine of up to $200. If a serious injury or fatality results due to texting while driving, the motorist may be fined up to $4,000 and may be faced with one year in jail.
Our highly experienced lawyers will contact you for a Free Legal Consultation.
At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, we offer free consultations to discuss your case. If you’ve been injured in a car crash that was caused by a distracted driver, contact an auto accident attorney at Loncar Lyon Jenkins as soon as possible. We can meet with you to go over your case, discuss your legal options and rights, and determine the best course of action moving forward. At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, we will work tirelessly to help you recover the compensation you deserve, for an accident that was caused by the negligence of another.
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Each year, Loncar Lyon Jenkins represents over 7,000 clients all over Texas and will travel to any city or town within the Lone Star state.
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