What is Distracted Driving?
Distracted Driving is when a person operates a motor vehicle while engaging in activities that divert attention from driving tasks, such as:
- Talking on a cell phone
- Using a navigation system
- Texting or emailing
- Eating
- Adjusting hair or makeup
- Using the audio system
- Texting
What is Distracted Driving?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Distracted driving is any activity that…takes your attention away from the task of safe driving.” Studies have shown that texting while driving significantly increases the likelihood of a crash or near-crash event. The detrimental effects of distracted driving can range from minor fender-benders to severe accidents resulting in life-altering injuries or fatalities.
Understanding the risks associated with distracted driving and adopting safe driving practices can help mitigate its adverse impacts on road safety and overall public safety.
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Decrease in traffic leads to increase in speed, reckless driving
Nationwide, stay-at-home orders have left typically congested roads and highways with much less traffic. Unfortunately, some drivers have taken the empty road as an invitation to disregard traffic laws. Some states report seeing increased numbers of people pulled over for speeding, and some have even reported increases in traffic fatalities.
With shelter at home rules in place throughout much of the country, fewer people are out on the roads. Many drivers see the open roads as an opportunity to surpass speed limits without impunity. They feel like they are alone on the roads. But in many states, police have issued record numbers of speeding tickets over the past 2 months. Tickets are being issued on both freeways and local roads.
The increased number of speeders and the excessive speed that these cars are traveling at, appear to be directly contributing to increased numbers of accidents and fatalities. […]
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For more than 60 years, the car accident attorneys at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys have been handling auto accident claims for injured victims and their families in Columbia County and beyond. We know fighting the insurance company on your own is an uphill battle. […]
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Phone-related driver distraction still on the rise
Cellphones have been a root cause of distracted driving since they first became popular in the 1990s. However, cellphone manipulation while driving continues to change. A 2018 study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in Virginia found that drivers were 57% more likely to be found manipulating or using a cellphone than a survey conducted in 2014. According to the IIHS, cellphone use was a contributing factor in over 800 crash deaths in the United States in 2017 alone. But while drivers were less likely to be seen simply holding or talking on a cell phone in 2018 than 2014, they were more likely to be observed actually manipulating their phones.
In 2014, only
2.4% of Virginia drivers were observed using their cellphones. However, in 2018 this number rose to
3.4%. This is compared to the 4.1% of
Virginia drivers observed talking on a cellphone in 2014, […]
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It’s resolution time: Four ways to be a better driver in 2019
It’s that time
of year again, when the beginning of a new year motivates people to make
resolutions and work hard to better themselves.
These resolutions often include eating healthier, working out more
often, and spending less time on social media.
But one thing that is often, quite unfortunately, overlooked is the
desire to practice safer driving habits.
These resolutions do not have to be complicated, and can simply focus on
being a more vigilant, responsible driver when behind the wheel. Here are a few easy resolutions to help you
become a safer, better driver in 2019.
Always keep your focus on the road and your surroundings. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), thousands of people are killed each year via accidents caused by distracted driving. Make a promise to yourself to put down your phone, avoid letting passengers distract you, and keep your radio at a reasonable level. […]
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Travel Safely This Thanksgiving!
According to AAA, the number of Americans traveling for Thanksgiving will increase 11% as compared to last year. This means that almost forty million people will be reaching their holiday destination by driving. With more vehicles on the roads, travel risks increase. Poor weather conditions and distracted driving can cause serious accidents. Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys offers these tips to keep you and your family safe this holiday travel season.
Know your route and the risks before you leave your home. Make sure you know the latest weather forecasts and road conditions along your route. Have your directions mapped out in your mind, as well as plugged into your GPS. This will keep you on the most direct, traffic-free path, which can reduce your risk of being in an accident.
Before you get on the highway, prepare your vehicle for long-distance travel. […]
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