UNDERSTANDING THE 3 TYPES OF DISTRACTED DRIVING
Each year, U.S. roads see about 5.5 million car accidents. And while car accidents can be caused
by a variety of factors, there is one increasingly common cause of car accidents: distracted driving. Driving while distracted can be extremely dangerous and lead to getting into an accident in the blink of an eye. So let's take a look at the three main types of distractions that occur behind the wheel and the importance of hiring a lawyer if you find yourself involved in a distracted driving accident.
Visual distractions: Usually the most common form of distraction, visual distractions consist of distractions that cause a driver to take their eyes off the road. Unfortunately, these are very easy to fall victim to -- things, like changing the radio, checking a GPS, looking around the car, and even just looking around outside all make up visual distractions.
Cognitive distractions: When the driver's mind isn't fully focused on driving, they're experiencing a cognitive distraction. These are also very easy to fall victim to, as cognitive distractions can consist of just about anything. Talking to passengers, getting lost in thought, listening to music, and being under the influence of drugs or alcohol can be considered being distracted cognitively.
Manual distractions: Manual distractions can be extremely dangerous, as they involve the driver taking one or both hands off of the steering wheel. People often think they can manage tasks like eating, drinking, adjusting a seatbelt, smoking, or searching for something in their car. But these tasks can be significantly distracting and can lead to adverse effects.
WHY SHOULD YOU HIRE AN ACCIDENT ATTORNEY
While these small distractions may seem harmless, they can actually lead to serious car accidents. And if you're the victim of an accident caused by distracted driving, it's important to have a lawyer by your side to handle your personal injury matters. If you try to handle a personal injury case yourself, you may not have the knowledge and resources needed to build a strong enough case. But an attorney will understand the law behind personal injury matters and know what kind of compensation you may deserve from the accident.Distracted driving can be extremely dangerous and can lead to serious car accidents. So if you find yourself the victim of an accident caused by distracted driving, make sure to contact an attorney as soon as possible.