Distracted Driving Accidents
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The increase of smartphones, GPS devices, on-board computer systems, and
other distractions in recent years has been a leading culprit behind many
accidents. As drivers take their attention off the road, the risk of an
accident increases exponentially. There are hundreds of distractions that
can cause an accident, and our Greenwich
car accident attorneys are familiar with how to demonstrate that a distracted driver
failed to use reasonable care while operating their vehicle.
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What Is Distracted Driving?
Distracted driving can mean a number of things, but broadly, any task that
causes a driver to look away from the road. Here are some common distractions.
Cellphones & Texting
Despite the fact that it is illegal in New York to use a handheld device
while driving, a number of drivers are still using their phones. According to a
September 2016 research note, the National Highway Transport Safety Administration (NHTSA) has seen
a decrease in the use of cell phones for calls, but an increase in the
use of cell phones for other purposes, including texting, emailing, controlling
music, and navigation.
Adjustments to the Vehicle
Changing the temperature, adjusting their seatbelt, turning up your music,
or moving their mirror may all be familiar habits for many drivers, but
they can become a serious issue if allowed to cause a significant distraction.
Personal Tasks
Eating, personal grooming, and trying to retrieve things from the floor
are common distractions as well. Drivers may take their eyes off the road
while trying to multitask, which can lead to serious accidents that could
have been avoided.
Scenery
Animals, billboards, and other objects outside the vehicle can distract
drivers. While it is important to look for hazards that can become dangerous,
drivers also need to avoid focusing on one object and ignoring the rest
of what is around them.
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Distracted drivers can cause accidents that result in life-changing injuries.
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