Distracted Driving Accidents When Clients Can't Afford To Lose, Choose Sultzer & Lipari

Poughkeepsie Distracted Driving Accident Attorney

Distracted driving is a growing concern on the roads of New York, leading to an alarming number of accidents and injuries. If you've been involved in a distracted driving accident, Sultzer & Lipari in Poughkeepsie, NY, is here to provide the legal support you need to seek justice and recover the compensation you deserve.

At Sultzer & Lipari, we work with accident victims throughout New York. We know how to build a strong case and how to hold negligent drivers accountable for their actions. If you were injured in a distracted driving accident, you may be eligible to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our Poughkeepsie distracted driving accident lawyer can review your case and help you determine if you have a viable claim.

Call (800) 552-0265 to speak with our Poughkeepsie distracted driving accident lawyer today.

What Constitutes Distracted Driving?

In New York, you can be pulled over and ticketed for texting or talking on a cell phone while driving. However, most people are not aware that even common activities like changing the radio station, applying makeup, or eating and drinking can be considered distracted driving. In fact, any activity that takes your eyes off the road or your hands off the wheel can be considered distracted driving, even if it is done in a seemingly safe manner.

Examples of distracted driving include:

  • Talking on a cell phone
  • Texting or sending a message on a cell phone
  • Using a handheld device to send or receive email, browse the Internet, or use social media
  • Watching a video or movie
  • Using a navigation system
  • Reading a book or other printed material
  • Eating or drinking
  • Grooming
  • Using a personal music player
  • Putting on makeup
  • Using a personal grooming device, such as a hair dryer

Identifying a Distracted Driving Case

If you've been involved in an accident where the other driver was not fully attentive to the road, you may have a distracted driving case. Key indicators can include:

Negligence: Proving that the at-fault driver was negligent in their duty to operate their vehicle safely. This could involve evidence of cellphone use, eyewitness accounts, or other indicators of distracted driving.

Causation: Demonstrating that the distracted driving behavior directly contributed to the accident and resulting injuries.

Damages: Documenting the extent of injuries, medical bills, property damage, and other losses resulting from the accident.

How Does Distracted Driving Lead to Accidents?

When a driver is distracted, their attention is diverted away from the road. This can cause them to miss important information or react slower to potential dangers on the road. This can cause an accident, especially when the distracted driver is driving at high speeds or is merging into traffic.

Examples of distracted driving accidents include:

  • A driver swerves into another lane because they are texting and miss a stop sign
  • A driver hits another car because they are looking at their GPS and miss the car in front of them
  • A driver hits a pedestrian because they are texting and do not see them

The results of a distracted driving accident can be catastrophic. In many cases, the injuries sustained in a distracted driving accident can be life-altering. Victims may need extensive medical care and may be unable to return to work for months. The emotional toll of an accident can also be devastating. In many cases, victims of distracted driving accidents are unable to sleep due to nightmares and may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder.

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