Upstate New York Lawyers Helping After Accidents Caused by Distracted Drivers
Distracted driving is a serious problem everywhere. It causes many serious accidents on city streets and interstate highways. When a truck driver is distracted while driving, the consequences are particularly catastrophic because of the sheer weight, size and speed of the vehicle. However, people injured in truck accidents caused by distracted driving may be able to obtain money damages for their lost wages, medical expenses and pain and suffering.
At Colwell, Colwell & Petroccione, LLP, our Albany distracted driving attorneys help clients injured in accidents caused by distracted truck drivers. We use our experience and knowledge to build strong cases that seek the most favorable outcome possible. We know our clients are hurting, and our firm is dedicated to helping them get the compensation they need and deserve. Contact us to learn about your options and rights after a trucking accident caused by a distracted driver.
Examples of Distracted Driving
Dialing a cellphone or texting are what most people think of when they learn about an accident caused by distracted driving. However, drivers can be caught up in other activities that distract them from driving safely, including:
- Shaving while driving
- Lighting cigarettes
- Changing the radio station or moving the iPod dial
- Watching television or videos
- Unwrapping and eating food
- Looking at the GPS
- Looking in the rearview mirror for grooming
The basic issue in distracted driving accidents is that drivers are not watching the road because of the distraction. They don't see the traffic stopped in front of them, the car changing lanes ahead of them or the exit ramp coming up. The result: rear end accidents, T-bone accidents and sideswiping of other vehicles.
Call Our Albany Attorneys After a Distracted Driver Tuck Accident
When you contact our upstate New York law firm about a truck accident, our lawyers will determine whether distracted driving was a factor. Don't hesitate to email our truck accident attorneys today to learn how we can help you obtain full and fair compensation.
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