Distracted driving is possibly the most common danger we face on the road today. It has surpassed drunk driving as the leading cause of death for teen drivers, and it is a threat that each of us contends with every time we get into a vehicle. There are laws aimed at preventing distracted driving, but they are weak. For instance, Alabama does have a ban on texting while driving, and it is a primary offense, meaning that you can be pulled over for it, but the penalty is a mere $25 fine and two points on your license for a first offense. If you have been injured by a distracted driver, our Birmingham accident attorneys can help you hold them financially responsible.
Common Distractions
Texting and other device use have really ramped up the dangers of distracted driving, but distractions have been causing serious and fatal accidents since long before technology became a concern. We help victims of all types of distracted driving accidents including those caused by:
- Eating and drinking
- Interacting with passengers
- Reaching for items in the floorboard or back seat
- Tending to children
- Rubbernecking
- Daydreaming
- Personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup
- Adjusting the radio
- Adjusting vehicle settings
- Texting
- Talking on the phone, even hands-free
- Surfing the internet
- GPS use
- Watching videos
Proving Distraction
There is no breath or blood test to prove distraction, but that doesn’t mean there is no evidence. Our Birmingham accident attorneys are dedicated to thorough accident investigation, and we will find the evidence if it exists. This can include:
- Surveillance video
- Cell phone records
- Witness statements
- Pictures, video, or statements posted to social media
If you believe or know that a distracted driver caused your injuries please call the Birmingham accident attorneys of Wiggins Childs Pantazis Fisher Goldfarb, LLC, at (205) 858-8445 or contact us online today to schedule your free consultation.
