In April, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced that it is teaming up with law enforcement and other agencies to combat distracted driving. It was reported that 3,179 individuals were killed in 2014 due to distracted driving in the U.S., and an additional 431,000 people sustained injuries due to distracted drivers.
In Florida, there were more than 200 fatalities and another 39,000 injuries caused by distracted drivers in 2015. It is believed that distracted driving is more problematic than the data shows as it is difficult for law enforcement to prove that an accident was due to distracted driving.
Smartphones have become a problem for many drivers. With everything available right in front of you no matter where you are, drivers are easily tempted to text, email, or use social media while driving. Next time you are driving in your vehicle, take a look around and you will see many drivers using their mobile device while behind the wheel. This is a recipe for disaster.
If you are injured by a distracted driver, contact a personal injury attorney to discuss your options for recovering compensation from the responsible party.
Disparti Fowkes & Hasanbasic represents consumers throughout Pasco County and Pinellas County, including residents of Trinity, New Port Richey, Port Richey, Hudson, Zephyrhills, Dade City, San Antonio, St. Petersburg, Seminole, Oldsmar, Treasure Island, Belleair Beach, Clearwater, Dunedin, Safety Harbor, Gulfport, Indian Shores, Pinellas Park, Tarpon Springs, and Largo.
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