Bronx Texting & Cell Phone Accidents

Texting and cell phones have become one of the newest road hazards. The U.S. Transportation Department reported that during 2008, more than 5,800 people were killed and 515,000 injured in motor vehicle accidents attributed to driver distraction. Among the most common sources for distraction were cell phones and texting.

Because cell phone use is so prevalent, many drivers remain unaware of the risks, but text messaging and talking on a cell phone both divert the driver's attention from the road in an extremely dangerous manner. In fact, new studies indicate that text messaging while driving may be as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol.

If you have been hurt in a car accident involving texting or cell phone use, New York law is on your side. On November 1, 2009, the State of New York banned texting while driving. State law already prohibits the use of a hand-held mobile telephone while you drive, except for emergency calls.

What these laws mean to you, is that you may have grounds for a personal injury claim if you were injured by a Bronx driver who was texting or talking on a hand-held phone at the time of your accident. The other driver's illegal use of these devices constitutes negligence, and the driver should be held accountable for his or her behavior. auto accidents resulting from texting and cell phone use can be quite serious, and your injuries are no less severe simply because the other driver was holding a phone instead of a beer bottle.

When you’ve suffered serious injury as a result of a texting or cell phone accident, you need the Bronx, New York lawyers of Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. at your side. With more than 150 years of combined experience, our attorneys are well-prepared to handle all your legal needs.

Call our Bronx, New York car accident attorneys today at 1-800-966-4999 or use our convenient online contact form for a free case evaluation. You can also reach our office by calling 1-718-537-7070 or click here for a map to our Bronx, New York office, located at 888 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451. At Schwartzapfel Partners P.C.,we will fight for you!