Cell Phone-Related Accidents—Texting While Driving
It has happened to everyone at least once in the course of their driving career—a familiar cellular ring tone chimes and you realize that you are receiving a text message. Sometimes you can ignore it and wait until you reach your destination to actually read and reply to the message; however, there are times when you simply cannot wait to see what the sender has said. Although many people take extra caution when reading a text message while driving, texting while driving is illegal in the state of California and may cause a serious accident.
Texting While Driving Ban
In 2008, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed into law a ban on text messaging while driving; this ban prohibits people from driving a motor vehicle while using an electronic device for writing, sending, and receiving text messages. If found in violation of the law, a person may be fined for each offense. There are exceptions, of course, for emergency personnel who need to use text-based communication. Governor Schwarzenegger signed this bill in an effort to reduce cell phone-related accidents and to keep the roads of California safe for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.
Personal Injury Compensation
As the popularity of handheld communication devices continues to grow, the number of accidents also increases. Many of these crashes result from driver inattention due to illegally calling, E-mailing, or texting while driving.
If you have been involved in a cell phone-related auto accident and sustained serious injuries, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim against the negligent party who caused the crash. Contact our California personal injury attorneys at the Airola Law Offices to discuss your situation and start fighting for the compensation you deserve.
Consult Our Skilled California Personal Injury Attorneys
At the Airola Law Offices, John Airola has been representing personal injury victims for 19 years. He and his wife Attorney Tuesday Airola are dedicated to helping you fight for the justice and compensation you deserve. Every driver has a responsibility to pay attention to the road; illegally text messaging while driving distracts drivers and jeopardizes lives. Victims of cell phone-related accidents need to stand up for their rights with our experienced California personal injury attorneys.
