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Pompano Beach Distracted Driving
Florida does not have the best reputation for preventing distracted driving. In fact, Florida has been one of the last states to enact laws against texting and driving. On the streets of Pompano Beach one can see many motorists who drive with a cell phone pressed to their year or drive while texting. Even though laws against texting and driving were passed in late 2013, many experts feel that these laws do not go far enough in preventing distracted driving.
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Why Does Distracted Driving Happen in Pompano Beach and Other Communities?While Florida now has texting and driving bans in place, enforcing these laws is difficult any many drivers still feel that they can drive distracted with no consequences. In one 2011 survey from the AAA Foundation, for example, 23% of drivers between the ages of 17 and 26 admitted that they or their peers text and drive. Many drivers are overconfident in their driving abilities or do not consider the consequences of distracted driving. In addition, it is impossible to legislate against all possible distractions, such as:
- Eating or drinking while driving
- Grooming
- Changing music in the car
- Adjusting in-car technology (such as GPS systems)
- Reading maps or other materials
- Talking to passengers
- Daydreaming
- Looking at the scenery
- Retrieving items from the glove compartment, floor, or back seat of the car
Nevertheless, distractions such as these do cause serious accidents and injuries each year.
What can You do if You Suspect Your Car Accident was Caused by a Distracted Driver?If you have been in a car accident, your first priority should be to get medical attention for yourself or anyone who may have been injured in the crash. You will also want to exchange information with the other driver and gather any evidence at the crash scene. Once you have done these things, you will want to contact your insurance company. In addition, you will want to consult with a personal injury attorney in Pompano Beach or your community right away so that your lawyer can start gathering evidence of distracted driving right away.
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