Cleveland attorneys helping clients injured in accidents caused by texting while driving
One of the most dangerous forms of distracted driving is texting while driving. Most people must look at their tiny keyboards to compose their text messages, requiring them to take their eyes off the road. Consequently, texting while driving is illegal in many jurisdictions. It continues to occur, however, and is a significant cause of motor vehicle accidents.
Using our resources, experience and knowledge to build strong cases
If you were injured in an accident caused by someone who was texting while driving, you may be able to obtain compensation for your injuries and losses. At Elk & Elk Co., Ltd., our attorneys handle all types of motor vehicle accidents and have been doing so for nearly 50 years. We have the experience, knowledge and resources to build strong cases for our clients, using our significant resources to add value to each case. We know how to obtain the smartphone records of the distracted driver and compare that with the in-car computer records to prove that the very moment the distracted driver was using their phone was the exact moment of the accident. Our on-staff nurses, accident reconstructionists, life-care planners and many other experts and specialists help our lawyers pursue maximum compensation for every client.
If you were injured in a car crash caused by someone texting while driving, contact us today. We will advise you about your rights, evaluate your case and discuss your options. Call us at 1-440-252-0445 or 1-800-ELK-OHIO (1-800-355-6446) or complete our e-mail form. We are available 365/24/7.
Ohio and other states have passed laws against texting while driving
Evidence reported by the Governors Highway Safety Association shows that texting is more likely than cellphone use to increase the risk of crashes. In response to this danger, many states have passed laws that ban texting while driving. Texting while driving is already illegal in states such as Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Pennsylvania. Ohio recently passed a law making texting while driving illegal.
In some states, municipalities have enacted their own laws prohibiting texting while driving. Some states, however, prohibit cities, counties and towns from developing their own laws. Whatever the legal situation, texting while driving is almost always found to be negligent. This means that the driver who was reading or entering a text message will very likely be found liable for an accident and resulting injuries.
Call 1-800-ELK-OHIO (1-800-355-6446) if you were injured by someone texting while driving
If you've been looking for experienced Cleveland auto accident lawyers who know how to build strong cases, you've come to the right place. Contact us online or call us at 1-800-ELK-OHIO (1-800-355-6446) to schedule your free consultation to determine whether you are eligible for compensation after an accident caused by someone texting while driving.
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