Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of serious accidents in the United States. From texting and phone use to eating or adjusting the radio, these behaviors pull attention away from the road and put everyone at risk. If you were injured due to another driver’s lack of focus, you may be entitled to compensation.
What Is Distracted Driving?
There are three types of driver distraction:
- Visual – taking your eyes off the road
- Manual – removing your hands from the wheel
- Cognitive – taking your mind off driving
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 3,500 lives were lost in 2021 due to distraction-related crashes. Activities like texting, entering navigation info, or scrolling social media can delay reaction times and lead to catastrophic collisions.
Who’s Most at Risk?
As noted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drivers under 20 have the highest rate of fatal crashes involving distraction. But distraction isn’t limited to teens. Eating behind the wheel, handling pets, or even deep conversations can be just as dangerous.
In fact, the Insurance Information Institute reports that in 2022, 8% of all fatal crashes in the U.S. were linked to distracted driving—highlighting how widespread and dangerous this issue remains.
Legal Support After a Distracted Driving Crash
If another driver’s negligence caused your injury, you can seek compensation. Proving distraction may involve phone records, surveillance footage, or witness accounts.
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