Sending or reading a text message seems to take just a moment, and many people think they can easily handle that while driving. Yet it takes only moments for someone to step into the path of a car or for a driver to swerve into the lane, resulting in devastating outcomes.
At Shook & Stone, our texting while driving accident lawyer in Sparks is an advocate you can rely on throughout this legal process. We fight back. Request a free consultation now with our Sparks car accident lawyers. We have recovered over $1 billion for our clients.
What to Do After an Accident with a Distracted Driver
These accidents happen suddenly, but knowing what to do if it happens to you is critical. Not only will it help you later when building your case, but it could save your life. After these accidents, do the following when you can:
- Call 911 and move to the side of the roadway to avoid further injury. Do not leave the scene of the accident and follow all instructions of the medical dispatcher.
- When safe, take photos of the accident scene. Look at the damage to your vehicle and the others involved. Take photos of what you see, such as a phone sitting on the passenger seat. Take a video of the accident scene.
- Get the information of all involved. That includes the other driver, passengers, and witnesses. The other driver must provide you with their full name and insurance information.
- Inform the police of what you saw and experienced at the scene. Think about what you saw the driver doing prior to your accident. Did you see them on the phone moments before? Never admit any fault in this process.
- Get medical care immediately. The sooner you get to the hospital for care, the better. You may not realize the severity of your injuries right away, especially if you struck your head, slammed your body into the steering wheel, or suffered rapid back-and-forth movement of your body.
After you receive medical care, follow all recommendations from doctors and specialists. Then, contact our texting while driving accident attorney in Sparks for a free consultation. Do not speak to the insurance company just yet. Instead, let our Sparks personal injury lawyers get to work protecting critical evidence in your case.
The Reality of Distracted Driving
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report on Distracted Driving Dangers and Statistics shows that, in 2024, 3,208 people lost their lives in car accidents related to distracted driving. Another 315,167 people suffered serious injuries that year.
Consider the reality of a text message. It may take five seconds to read one, but if the driver is moving at 55 miles per hour down I-580, they have traveled the entire length of a football field in that time. For victims, the results are terrifying as well:
- Many people struck by drivers texting have no warning. They did not see what was happening and could not avoid it.
- Drivers are often traveling at full speed, often not even slowing down.
- Many crashes result in multiple people being injured, including both drivers, passengers, and people in other vehicles or on the roadway.
That five-second text message does not make sense to you, and for the person at fault, it is likely to result in a ticket. But if you have injuries, financial loss, and devastating changes to your well-being, you need more. At Shook & Stone, our texting while driving accident lawyer in Sparks gets answers and justice for you.
Victims with Serious Injuries Need Legal Representation
Victims of texting while driving accidents often suffer serious and life-threatening complications. Many of these injuries are not immediately apparent after the accident, which is why seeking medical care is so important. Common injuries include:
- Whiplash. Resulting from the rapid back-and-forth movement of the head, whiplash can quickly become serious and painful.
- Head injuries. We often see victims with skull fractures, concussions, and other traumatic brain injuries from striking their head during an accident.
- Back injuries. These injuries often occur from strains and pulled muscles, lacerations, herniated discs, or spinal cord injuries.
- Internal bleeding. Victims often do not know this has happened for some time, but they may have ongoing internal bleeding and sometimes organ damage.
- Broken bones. Broken arms, legs, hips, and ribs are common, and some lead to crushing accidents.
- PTSD. Post-traumatic stress disorder is a very serious and life-altering mental health condition that occurs after traumatic events like this.
- Cuts and lacerations. From minor scrapes and bruises to deep lacerations with infection risks, these are very common in accidents.
When you have such injuries, you need a trusted lawyer to guide you in seeking full compensation. Your losses must take into consideration the severity of your injuries, long-term care needs, and the impact on your quality of life. We fight for truly fair recovery.
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What Your Texting While Driving Accident Claim is Worth
The value of your claim is dependent on the types and severity of your injuries. Some of the most common losses include:
- Complex medical costs for immediate and ongoing care needs
- Future medical and healthcare needs and support in your home
- Loss of wages and earning capacity in cases of partial or full disability
- Pain and suffering from ongoing injuries
- Emotional trauma, including the onset of PTSD, depression, and anxiety
After your accident, you may be out of work for some time, unable to pay your bills, and not able to manage life without pain. Treatments interfere with daily life, and the emotional turmoil is intense. You do not have to go through this process on your own; we are here to help you.
Request a Free Consultation with a Sparks Texting While Driving Accident Attorney
Your future is on the line because of others’ actions. Let our Sparks texting while driving accident lawyer become your advocate. Contact us now for a free consultation.
At Shook & Stone, we are advocates for victims. You pay us nothing up front. You only pay us when we win your case.
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