Contact a Concord, NC Car Accident Attorney Today
In addition to worrying about people driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, motorists have to contend with people driving while talking or texting on cell phones. A 2009 study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that 20 percent of vehicle accident injuries involved distracted driving. If you were injured by a distracted or drunk driver, you may be entitled to compensation.
The Baker Law Firm, P.A., represents people injured in all types of car accidents. We seek compensation for injuries, medical expenses and lost income. Our goal is to obtain a full and fair settlement for your claim from the insurance companies. For a free consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers, please call our Concord office at 866-943-7966 or contact us online.
The Dangers of Distracted Driving
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs has been illegal for decades. Today, it is also against the law to text or e-mail while driving in North Carolina. The reason for this is simple: Texting and sending e-mail causes visual, manual and cognitive distraction. Drivers who are engaged in this activity have taken their eyes off the road, hands off the wheel and minds off of driving.
Accidents with drunk or distracted drivers are often extremely serious. These types of drivers tend to speed, ignore traffic signals and weave into other lanes. Head-on collisions and T-bone collisions are common and may lead to wrongful death or catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, burns and spinal injuries.
If you or a loved one was injured by a drunk or distracted driver in North Carolina, call today. To make an appointment, please call 704-706-9308 or 866-943-7966.
