Category Archives: Distracted Driving Accident
Distracted Driving Accidents: How Texting Can Ruin Lives and Lead to Lawsuits
Distracted driving is a growing epidemic on our roads, and it’s taking a significant toll on families and communities. Among the most dangerous distractions is texting while driving, a habit that endangers not only the driver but every road user around them. Beyond the physical and emotional devastation, the consequences of texting behind the… Read More »
Distracted Driving Crashes and Cell Phone Data: What to Know
Distracted driving is a serious problem on Richmond-area roads and highways, and the problem has worsened as smartphone use has become widespread. Virginia has had a handheld cell phone ban in place since 2021, but the law does not always stop motorists from reading or composing texts, or otherwise using their smartphones, while they… Read More »
Understanding Pedestrian Injuries Involving Distracted Walking
Pedestrians who are injured while walking on a sidewalk or crossing a street in Richmond frequently sustain such injuries as a result of collisions with cars, trucks, motorists, or e-bike riders. In many instances, these types of collisions result from the motorist’s negligence — meaning that the person behind the wheel of the automobile… Read More »
Common Causes of Distracted Driving Crashes
In recent years with the increased use of smartphones, distracted driving crashes have become more common than ever, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). While many drivers in Virginia know that the use of handheld devices behind the wheel is unlawful, they make the decision to take a quick look at an email… Read More »