Car Accidents
Operating a motor vehicle in Texas can be a dangerous activity, and safe driving demands that a driver be free of distractions and pay full attention. Every time an individual gets behind the wheel, they should refrain from activities -- including using cell phones or texting -- that could harm other Texas road users. A distracted driver who causes a car wreck while texting or talking on a phone may be liable for negligence under Texas law, giving any victim of that careless behavior the right to file an auto accident claim for money damages.
The Wyly Law Firm, P.C. represents car accident, motorcycle accident and truck accident victims throughout Texas, including Harris County, Houston, Baytown, Pasadena, Galveston, and Beaumont. Firm founder and vehicle accidents attorney Brad T. Wyly understands that injured clients need not only strong representation, but sensitivity and personalized attention. He has treated hundreds of Texans in this manner, and looks forward to the opportunity to protect your rights and ensure your future financial security. If you are involved in a car crash, call Mr. Wyly at 713-574-7034 or contact him online.
Cell phones are an ever-present feature of modern life, but the fact is that they can be extremely distracting to a driver. While it remains unclear just how many motor vehicle accidents can be considered a texting driving accident, it is abundantly clear that cell phone text messaging is a distraction -- and any distraction on the roadway can lead to serious injuries and death.
Driver inattention is the leading cause of car accidents in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2008 driver distraction caused 5,800 roadway fatalities, or 16 percent of all fatal crashes, as well as 515,000 injuries, or more than 20 percent of all crashes resulting in injury. According to estimates, 80 percent of accidents are the result of distracted drivers, making distracted driving far more dangerous than DUI or drunk driving.
An estimated 800,000 Americans use a handheld mobile device during daytime driving. Studies show texting while driving results in a 400 percent increase in distracted moments behind the steering wheel. Every second that a driver does not have his or her eyes on the road could lead to a devastating texting car crash.
The Wyly Law Firm protects the victims of cell phone accidents
Auto accident victims in Harris County, Houston, Baytown, Pasadena, Galveston, and Beaumont, Texas can turn to Brad T. Wyly, a skilled and experienced car accident lawyer who provides competent, compassionate legal representation. With the Wyly Law Firm on your side, you can feel secure knowing that your rights are protected and that everything possible is being done to make sure you receive the automobile accident settlement or verdict you deserve. To schedule a consultation, call us at 713-574-7034 or contact us online.
