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Cell Phone Usage Still Cause Car Accidents in California

Next time you are stopped at a traffic signal, look around at the other drivers. Most likely, the majority of the motorists around you will be talking on a cell phone. There are very few people that don’t talk on their cell phones while driving. According to a recent Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association, more than 254 million people owned cell phones as of February 2008.

California has established laws that ban the use of handheld devices and texting while driving. While these laws may prevent some car accidents, there are still other dangers associated with using a cell phone while driving. You may be using a headset or speakerphone, but then you take your eyes off the road to dial, you risk getting into a serious car accident. A past study found that taking your eyes off the road for a mere three seconds can significantly increase your probability of being in an accident.

Another danger linked to talking on a cell phone and driving is that some drivers get so involved in the conversation that they are not able to fully concentrate on the road. Their driving abilities become impaired and they may not recognize road hazards, which can put pedestrians and vehicle occupants in harm’s way.

There have been numerous lawsuits filed regarding auto accidents caused by drivers talking on cell phones. There has even been litigation against employers whose employees caused a collision while using a cell phone.

If you have been injured in an Orange County car accident caused by a distracted driver who was talking on his or her cell phone, you should contact a car accident lawyer to discuss your legal options. You may be able to hold that person accountable for your injuries and recover compensation. For more information, contact Steinberg & Spencer Injury Lawyers at 800-350-8888. The legal consultation is free.

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