accident while texting
Many people have done it, have you? Perhaps saying to yourself, “Only this one time, and I’ll be sure to be extra careful.” Were talking about texting while driving of course. We know it is dangerous. We know we shouldn’t do it. Yet, people ares still out there texting away and putting others at risk. Parents of teenage “texting addicts” seemed the most concerned as they observe the obsessive nature of this popular growing social habit. A police department in Wales England recently produced a YouTube video: PSA Texting while Driving U.K., depicting the dangers of texting driver distraction. WARNING: this video is graphic.
It seems to be a hot topic more and more. Georgia state politicians have recently got involved introducing 2 text banning bills, only to withdraw the bills because they were unable to determine how to enforce the laws. “With the proliferation of cell phone usage, we must address this clear and persistent public safety issue,” said Rep. Allen Peake (R-Bibb County). We will keep an eye out for any changes from the Georgia House and Senate. Texting while driving accidents are occurring in Georgia.
An obvious and growing problem. But, there are some solutions. Here is one potential tech fix for those with smart phones:
Technology has created the texting problem, will technology also fix the problem? Voice recognition applications like Vlingo’s the one shown above are starting to gain favor with early adapting technophiles. Have you had any experience using Vlingo or other related voice controlled phone apps? Let us know. Even if you are using voice activated technology, always be certain to follow the laws where you drive. Texting while driving accidents should always be avoided.
The lawyers at Link & Smith, P.C. are available to answer your texting while driving questions. Claims involving wrecks involving texting need to be handled by experienced accident lawyers familiar with complicated insurance issues that often arise in such a case.
