Some of the most dangerous instances of not paying attention to what one is doing occur on local streets and highways. With all the gadgets and gizmos that drivers carry with them nowadays, there are so many opportunities for a person’s focus to be on something else while operating their vehicle. Unfortunately, these distractions have increased the number of auto collisions that happen every year. If you have been injured by a distracted driver, O’Brien Law, LLC is here to represent your side of the story. We can use our extensive knowledge of the law to help you in your pursuit of maximum compensation for your injuries. Contact a distracted driving accident lawyer from our firm for help today.
Were you injured because of someone who was texting while driving or was otherwise failing to pay attention to the road? If so, you may have a valid personal injury claim. A competent Kane County auto accident lawyer from O’Brien Law, LLC stands ready to fight for the full and fair compensation to which you are entitled.
Distracted driving is driving while doing any other activity that takes your attention away from driving. This can come in a variety of forms, such as:
Did you know that in North America, driver inattention is a factor in more than one million auto collisions every year? Much of the distraction is caused by people’s phones.
Hundreds of thousands of people’s lives are forever changed because of cell phone use behind the wheel. This is why Illinois and other states have established strict laws related to cell phone usage while driving.
Illinois law prohibits those who are operating a motor vehicle from:
To violate these laws is to commit driver negligence. Such drivers should be held accountable for any damages they inflict on other drivers and pedestrians. However, cell phone usage is not the only type of distracted driving in Illinois.
Distracted driving is a dangerous behavior that can have severe consequences for both the driver and others on the road. It involves any activity that diverts attention from driving, including texting, talking on the phone, eating and drinking, talking to people in your vehicle, or adjusting music or navigation systems. Some of the consequences of distracted driving include:
Despite the laws in place against distracted driving, it still remains the number one cause of auto collisions. If you have been injured by a distracted driver, you deserve to be compensated for all of your losses.
To recover money for your damages, you will typically need to file a claim against the at-fault driver. However, if the driver was working at the time, their employer could be liable as well. This is often the case with truck accidents.
Before you call our law office for help with your case, there are several things you can do right after the accident, including:
After these steps, you will want to consult with our Kane County distracted driving accident lawyer. During your free consultation, we can help you calculate the losses you have incurred and determine the value of your claim. Then we can help you file a claim against the liable party to obtain the compensation you deserve.
At O’Brien Law, LLC, we understand the devastating impact of distracted driving accidents. Our team of skilled attorneys is dedicated to helping victims seek justice and fair compensation. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and learn how we can assist you in your case.
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