Distracted Drivers in NYC
When the other driver is distracted by an electronic device, putting on makeup, eating, talking, arguing or other distracting behavior, their ability to drive safely is greatly reduced. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury from a distracted driver, Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C., can help. New York City car accident attorneys at our firm have a combined 75 years of experience in getting financial awards for the injured, and we can evaluate your car accident claim to determine how to press forward with a claim to recover damages.
Visual, Manual, & Cognitive Distractions
The first and most critical step in any car accident case is to contact us so that we can evaluate your case. Our state’s no-fault insurance can make the process slightly more complex – you have the right to file a lawsuit when serious injuries have taken place. Evaluating your personal situation should be done immediately after the accident so that we carefully protect all the evidence and your right to file a claim against the negligent driver. Never allow an insurance company access to your medical records without first getting legal representation. How this process is managed from the beginning can have a significant impact on the outcome of your injury claim.
Our firm is committed to seeking the maximum possible compensation for our clients, and we have an extensive history of recovering high-value awards in all types of car accident cases, including those in which a distracted driver was at fault. We can evaluate your case and advise you what can be done to proceed with your claim, and how we will manage it for you. This will allow you the time to recover while we fight on your behalf, whether in negotiating with the insurance company or in court. We press for all damages that you deserve, including both economic and non-economic losses.
Driving and Phone Use in New York
In New York, it is illegal to use your cellphone in any manner while you drive. This can include texting, talking on your phone without a hands-free device, checking email, voicemail, changing a song, or using a GPS map feature on your phone. If you decide that you want to speak on your phone while you drive, you must use a hands-free device or a text-to-speech option on your cell. If you have caught violating this law, it may cost you two points on your driving record and large fines.
Talking on your cellphone while driving is a form of distracted driving that takes your focus off the road and onto another action. Drivers who are engaged in emotionally-charged conversations are more likely to cause an accident than those who are not. Not only is it distracting for a driver to be talking on a phone, but it also takes one hand off the wheel and decreases the reaction time for the driver. If you were hit by a driver who was distracted from talking on a cellphone or not using a hands-free device, you may be eligible to receive compensation.
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