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Distracted driving can cause serious accidents that result in injury or death to passengers, nearby pedestrians, and other drivers on the road. The driver responsible for a distracted driving car accident in Spartanburg may be liable for the damages you or a loved one suffers because of their dangerous behavior.
Our experienced car crash attorneys at KD Trial Lawyers advocate for you in your pursuit of compensation for personal injury from car accidents and other catastrophic events. The foundation of our practice is accessibility for every client. You can contact our office today to meet directly with one of our attorneys for a free consultation and case review.
Distracted driving takes many forms. However, the most common culprit of distracted driving in today’s age is the use of cellphones or other wireless communication devices. Under South Carolina Code § 56-5-3890, the use of cellphones while driving is strictly prohibited, including:
If you suspect a distracted driver’s use of a cellphone was the reason for a car accident in Spartanburg, our lawyers may be able to further investigate in support of a claim for damages. An investigation may include requesting cellphone records from the time of the collision or seeking a statement from the accused driver in a deposition.
Aside from using a cellphone, other examples of distracted driving include eating, talking to passengers, adjusting the radio or GPS, or other acts that take a driver’s focus away from the road. Common signs of distracted driving are sudden braking, driving at inconsistent speeds, or swerving in and out of traffic lanes.
Liability in a distracted driving car accident can be complex. The distracted driver’s conduct must be a contributing factor in the cause of the accident for them to be liable for damages. During a free case consultation, our lawyers could review the events leading up to the accident to evaluate the potential liability of each driver involved in the collision.
The next step in the legal process is to file a civil claim against the liable driver to pursue compensation for your damages. The amount of compensation recovered for injury in a distracted driving accident will depend on the specific nature of an injury and how it affects your life in Spartanburg. While every case is unique, we often seek compensation for a variety of damages, including:
We recommend contacting one of our attorneys at KD Trial Lawyers as soon as possible after a car accident. Missing the South Carolina deadline for personal injury or wrongful death claims could bar your right to recover compensation in court. Personal injury claims can also take time to resolve. The sooner we meet to discuss your case, the faster our attorneys could work to pursue available damages on your behalf.
Even the slightest distraction while driving can cause devastating accidents. To better understand your rights after a distracted driving car accident in Spartanburg, meet with the dedicated and compassionate team at KD Trial Lawyers. Our attorneys also have licenses in North Carolina, enabling us to represent clients injured while driving across state lines. Contact our office today to schedule a free case consultation.