St. Petersburg Distracted Driver Accident Lawyers
Laws against texting or talking on a cell phone while driving are beginning to make headway in states across America. Many believe it is just a matter of time before a driver can be charged with a criminal offense if it can be shown that a cell phone or other distraction caused the accident and injuries to the others involved. Until then, however, our civil courts are the only recourse injured parties have for seeking compensation for injuries, financial losses and punitive damages.
Don't forget: If you get into an accident, use your cell phone or digital camera to take pictures at the scene.
If you were injured in an accident caused by a distracted driver, talk to an experienced car accident personal injury attorney at Hale & Paulsen, P.A., in Clearwater. For more than 30 years, we have been the law firm people have turned to when their rights have been violated due to negligence on the part of another driver. We have handled car accident injury and wrongful death cases involving millions of dollars in settlements and jury verdicts and are recognized for our aggressive, intelligent strategies for seeking maximum compensation for gross negligence.
Contact us if you have been injured in any type of motor vehicle accident caused by a distracted driver, including:
- Driver texting or talking on cell phone
- Driver applying makeup, shaving
- Driver reading behind the wheel
- Driver eating while driving
- Driver setting GPS, radio or DVD player
- Drunk driver, DUI driver
- Speeding, reckless driving
If You Got Into an Accident While Texting or Talking on a Cell Phone
So long as someone else is found to be partially responsible for the accident, you are still entitled to seek compensation for the extent of your injuries, up to the percentage of blame assigned to the other driver. Talk to us about filing a claim against your own no-fault insurance policy, or seeking damages from the other driver's insurance. We can also help you find the medical treatment you need for your injuries.
If You Were a Passenger of a Car Driven by a Distracted Driver
If you were riding as a passenger in a car in which your driver was found to be at fault for an accident, you are likely entitled to seek damages from your driver's insurance company. Let us help you protect your rights.
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Our Clearwater texting-while-driving accident lawyers advise and represent clients in insurance litigation matters in communities and courtrooms throughout the Tampa-St. Petersburg metro area. Contact us to schedule a free consultation today.
