Texting While Driving: A Cause of Distracted Driving Accidents

Texting While Driving: A Cause of Distracted Driving Accidents
Texting while driving is one of the most dangerous forms of distraction. While the term, "distracted driving" covers many different activities-including eating, reading, using a navigation system, and changing the radio station-Distraction.gov calls texting while driving "the most alarming form of distracted driving."

Texting while driving has become an increasingly hazardous distraction for many, particularly for drivers under the age of 20. Texting while driving impairs a driver's visual, physical, and cognitive functions. Naturally, such impairment increases the risk of getting into a car wreck.

A 2008 nationwide survey conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that distracted driving was the cause of a significant number of car wrecks. According to NHSTA, some form of distracted driving caused 16 percent of all car accidents and 16 percent of drivers under age 20 were involved in a fatal distracted-driving accident.

The legal team at Denena & Points has experience litigating car-wreck cases involving distracted driving. If you have been hurt, or if a loved one has died because of a Texas distracted driving accident, Denena & Points may be able to help. A Houston car accident attorney at Denena & Points can help you recover compensation for your injuries or for the loss of a loved one. For a free consultation, call 713-807-9500 or 877-307-9500.