Car Accidents Caused by Distracted Drivers on Cell Phones
Hancock Law Firm, P.A.
The body of research clearly shows that sending or reading text messages while driving, or simply talking on a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle, increases the risk of a traffic accident. Some studies have shown that texting while driving is actually as dangerous as driving drunk because of the driver's divided attention and slowed reaction time.
If you believe that a motorist on a cell phone caused your auto collision, the Hancock Law Firm has the experience and resources to hold that distracted driver accountable for your injuries and losses. Contact us day or night for a free consultation. Our personal injury lawyers handle cases in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Land O' Lakes, Lutz, Wesley Chapel, Lakeland, all communities of Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando and Citrus counties, and throughout Florida.
Hillsborough County Cell Phone-Related Car Accident Attorney
Distracted driving is a factor in at least 25 percent of all traffic crashes, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Texting and talking on a cell phone are among the most common and most dangerous distractions. Those drivers are significantly slower to hit the brakes or swerve and are more likely to cause a rear-end collision, run a red light, drift into another lane or cross the center line.
Attorneys Mike Hancock and Claire Hancock have a strong record of verdicts and settlements in auto accident litigation, including million-dollar recoveries for catastrophic injuries and fatalities. He will pursue full compensation for any injuries suffered in a crash, including whiplash and soft tissue injuries.
Holding Texting and Cell Phone Drivers Accountable
Florida is one of few remaining states without any bans on texting while driving or cell phone use while driving. Proposed legislation that would have outlawed these activities was defeated in the 2010 legislative session. One such bill, known as Heather's Law, was introduced in memory of Heather Hurd, who was killed in a 10-car pileup caused by a trucker who was texting while driving.
Even though texting or cell phone use while driving is not illegal in Florida, such behavior still constitutes negligence. Through law enforcement reports, witness statements and accident reconstruction techniques, we work to show that the inattentive driver caused or failed to avoid the accident. If necessary, we can subpoena the driver's cell phone records to prove he or she was talking or texting at the time.
Tampa Texting While Driving Accident Attorney
Hancock Law Firm is committed to standing up for accident victims and making Florida roads safer by holding negligent drivers accountable for the mayhem they cause.
For a free consultation, call 888-975-1110 (toll free) or 813-915-1110 . Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can also e-mail the Hancock Law Firm and we will respond promptly.
