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Texting While Driving Is Against the Law
If you were seriously injured due to a driver who texted behind the wheel, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical costs and more. The Kryder Law Group, LLC is ready to help you fight for justice from your motor vehicle accident caused by a distracted driver.
The danger of texting behind the wheel places even the most cautious drivers at risk for life-changing injuries. Engaging in text conversations while driving is not only dangerous, it is against the law in Illinois (625 ILCS Sec. 5/12-610.2).
Illinois banned texting while driving in 2010 and in 2019 another bill was passed to crack down on distracted driving and the use of cell phones while dirving. If “great bodily harm, permanent disability or disfigurement” occurs as a result of someone texting while driving, the bill signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker increases the penalties for distracted driving under Illinois law. It allows the Illinois Secretary of State to revoke or suspend a driver’s behind-the-wheel privileges for one year and impose a minimum fine of $1,000.
Why it is Important to Have a Lawyer After a Crash
If you’re injured in a car accident, it’s important to speak with an experienced Chicago car accident lawyer as soon as possible. At The Kryder Law Group, LLC, we understand the ins and outs of the legal process, and we can help you navigate the complexities of your distracted driving accident case. Our texting accident attorneys will work to get you the fair and just compensation you deserve if you’ve been injured by another driver’s negligence.
A Chicago texting while driving accident lawyer may be able to assist you with a personal injury claim and lawsuit for your injuries. In the event of the death of a close loved one, we can possibly help you with a wrongful death case. If you experienced injuries or the loss of a loved one due to the negligence of someone’s distracted driving while on a cell phone, call The Kryder Law Group, LLC now for a free legal consultation.
Research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety discovered eye-opening trends regarding driver thoughts when it comes to texting while driving. The study found a “do as I say, not as I do,” mentality among the majority of respondents when asked about cell phone use in the car.
The following data indicates driver opinions involving texting behind the wheel:
78 percent of respondents believe texting behind the wheel is a significant danger on America’s roadways
Nearly 35 percent of respondents from the same study admitted to sending a text or email while driving
How 5 Seconds for Distracted Drivers Can End in a Car Crash
Sending or reading a text may only take about five seconds, yet at a speed of 55 mph, it removes a driver’s eyes from the road while the car covers the distance of a football field. Even a hands free device for a cell phone can provide a distraction significant enough to cause car accidents. In fact, teen drivers in Illinois are prohibited from using this type of device until they are over 19 years of age.
If you suffered serious injuries in a car accident caused by someone’s distracted driving because they could not wait to send or read a text on their cell phone, hold them accountable. Call The Kryder Law Group, LLC today for a free case evaluation.
The CDC reports that texting on a cell phone involves all three types of distraction. Additional data from the CDC shows that approximately 1,000 people experience serious injuries and at least 9 people die each day due to a crash involving a distracted driver.
The serious injuries you experienced due to a driver who was texting while driving can leave you unable to work. If you are currently dealing with overwhelming medical bills and a lack of income due to the negligent actions of another driver, a Chicago texting while driving accident lawyer may be able to help you pursue compensation.
Types of Compensation Possible for Your Texting Accident Damages
The damages you suffered may entitle you to financial compensation. Some common types of compensation in personal injury cases, including car accident injuries causes by distracted driving accidents, include:
Doctors’, hospital, and medical transport fees
Rehabilitation, expensive prescription medications, and other costs associated with your long-term medical needs
Missed wages from time spent away from work for your recovery
Your diminished earning capacity if your injuries prevent you from returning to the same job as before the accident
Mental anguish for your accident experience
No amount of compensation can return your life to how it was before your distracted driving accident. Financial compensation can, however, hold the responsible driver accountable and help with your medical costs.
Other Costs that May be Compensated
Other costs that you may be eligible to be compensated for after you’ve been injured by the negligence of a driver texting while behind the wheel may include:
Prescription medication costs
Rehabilitation and therapy costs
Vehicle repair or replacement costs
Lost income, including future loss of income
Pain and suffering damages
A Chicago texting and driving accident lawyer can help you understand your legal rights and options. Contact a personal injury lawyer at The Kryder Law Group today to schedule a free consultation.
What to Do When Texting and Driving Results in a Fatality
Losing a loved one due to a texting driver is emotionally difficult. The stress of planning a memorial or funeral and adjusting to life without them can overwhelm you.
A sudden death can result in unexpected expenses, like that of funeral costs. The loss of income from a spouse can financially impact your ability to pay monthly household bills.
No one should die because a text message could not wait. If you lost a close loved one due to a texting driver, The Kryder Law Group, LLC may be able to help you pursue civil action against a negligent driver who was on their cell phone.
Get Help from an Experienced Car Accident Attorney
Texting and driving accidents are entirely preventable. When a driver is negligent and causes an auto accident because they were texting, they can be held liable for the injuries and damages suffered by the victims.
If you have lost a loved one to a texting driver, please do not hesitate to contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC for a free consultation with our auto accident attorneys. Our law firm may be able to help you seek justice and hold the responsible party accountable.
At The Kryder Law Group, LLC, we have the experience and resources necessary to handle even the most complex wrongful death cases and personal injury claims. We understand that this is a difficult time for you and your family, and we will work tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve.
Please call us today for a free consultation. Our law firm is here to help when you’ve been seriously injured in a car accident involving another driver who was on their cell phone.
Let Us Handle the Details of Your Case
Pursuing a civil action is challenging and often time-consuming. Tracking down witnesses, conducting interviews, trying to get cell phone records, and reviewing police reports are just a few of the ways in which our experienced car accident attorneys may be able to help you.
We Can Also Handle Negotiations with the Insurance Companies
Another way in which The Kryder Law Group, LLC may be able to help you is by handling aggressive insurance companies on your behalf. We firmly negotiate for a fair settlement, and we stand prepared to take your case to trial if necessary.
Accepting a settlement offer from an insurance company—before you secure legal representation—can be risky. The amount they offer you is most likely a low amount designed to protect their best interests and not yours. If you accept it, you forfeit your right to pursue legal action later if you experience medical complications.
Hold Texting Drivers Responsible for Accident Injuries and Deaths
There is no way of knowing if a driver near you is texting and driving—until it is too late. Your life changes the moment of impact or the moment you learn of your loved one’s death.
Smartphones are a useful communication tool when used in safe conditions. Using cell phones to communicate while driving is dangerous and deadly for other drivers.
If you suffered serious injuries or lost a loved one due to a texting driver, you must act quickly. Our texting while driving accident lawyers at The Kryder Law Group, LLC will fight for your best interests while treating you with the utmost respect. Call us now for a free case evaluation. Our experienced Chicago lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, so we don’t get paid until you win your case.
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