Distracted Driving
Philadelphia Distracted Driving Lawyer
It’s normal to feel upset and frustrated if you were involved in a crash caused by a distracted driver. A negligent driver may injure you or damage your car. If the distracted driver was paying attention to the road, the crash would not have happened. You need an attorney on your side to protect your rights during this time. A Philadelphia distracted driving lawyer at Kane & Silverman will fight for you. We will get you the compensation you deserve.
The attorneys at Kane & Silverman want to hold distracted drivers responsible for their careless actions. Holding wrongdoers accountable can influence other drivers to make safer choices in the future. It can also lead to stricter laws prohibiting distracting behaviors such as texting while driving. Our legal team dedicates themselves to making the road a safer place for everyone.
Examples of Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is a serious epidemic. Additionally, a 2015 study found that 36% of drivers text and 29% access the Internet while driving. Using a phone while driving is one of the most dangerous forms of distracted driving. But there are many other distracting behaviors. These behaviors involve taking your hand(s) off the wheel, eyes off the road, or mind off of driving. Some examples include:
- Texting
- Talking on a cell phone
- Browsing the Internet on a Smartphone
- Reaching for objects in the car
- Putting on makeup or changing clothes
- Turning to speak to a passenger
- Eating or drinking
- Attending to children or a pet
- Looking at something not in your field of sight
Distracted Driving Accident Lawyer in Philadelphia, PA and Marlton, NJ
If a distracted driver has injured you or a loved one, you deserve compensation and justice. You didn’t cause the accident. Kane & Silverman P.C. has over 30 years of experience representing people just like you. Our personal injury attorneys have offices in Philadelphia PA and Marlton NJ. We have access to some of the most renowned accident investigators around. They’ll help piece together the series of events that led to the crash. Contact us at 215-232-1000 or fill out our contact form online for a free consultation.