A safe driver keeps their full attention on the road, but many drivers try to multitask. Even when a driver takes their eyes off the road for a second or two to check on children in the back seat, it could be enough to cause a car crash.
The attorneys at Colling Gilbert Wright—The Florida Firm— represent people who suffered serious injuries in distracted driving car accidents in DeLand. Our firm is well-known among area law firms and other professionals for our professionalism, strong commitment to our clients, and decades-long track record of excellent results.
Making a Claim Under the No-Fault System
Everyone who registers a vehicle in Florida must have personal injury protection (PIP) as well as a liability policy to cover damage to other vehicles. If you get hurt in a wreck, your PIP pays a portion of your medical expenses, a partial wage, and incidental expenses up to your coverage limit.
Although PIP insulates you from major financial concerns immediately after the crash, it pays only a portion of your expenses. If you are badly hurt, your costs may quickly exceed your coverage limits. To obtain full compensation for all your losses, you may have to bring a claim against the at-fault driver in court.
Florida Statutes § 627.737 allows you to step out of the no-fault system and bring a legal claim if you are seriously injured or your loved one dies in a wreck. Our attorneys at The Florida Firm in DeLand can review your medical records to establish that your injuries qualify. If so, we can file a legal claim against the distracted driver who caused the accident.
Various Distractions Can Cause Wrecks
Using a cell phone or texting while operating a vehicle are common examples of distracted driving. These activities are so dangerous that most states, including Florida, have made it illegal to use handheld devices while driving. Unfortunately, many people continue to use their phones while operating their vehicles and risk causing serious accidents.
There are other forms of distraction that can lead to crashes. Adjusting the GPS or entertainment system, feeling around for a dropped object, grooming, eating, and smoking all take attention away from driving and can cause accidents.
When you decide to bring a legal claim for car accident injuries, our lawyers in DeLand will investigate to find out whether the at-fault driver was distracted. Our team will use the evidence we uncover to prove the driver was negligent and is liable for your injuries.
How Do You Prove a Driver Was Distracted?
When you bring a legal claim after a wreck, you must demonstrate that another driver was negligent. A driver is negligent if they violate a safety law or were not as cautious as they should have been under the circumstances.
If the at-fault driver was texting while driving and got a ticket for the violation, our team can use the citation as evidence of negligence. We can also review video footage, witness statements, and photos of the scene to demonstrate that the driver’s inattention caused the crash. Our firm does not hesitate to hire professionals like crash reconstruction experts if their perspective can help us prepare a convincing case.
When our attorneys in DeLand prove a distracted driver was negligent, the driver is liable for your damages. These include your medical expenses, lost wages, and money to compensate you for your pain and suffering. The Florida Firm has obtained numerous verdicts and settlements exceeding $1 million in car accident cases.
Contact Our DeLand Attorneys If You Were Injured by a Distracted Driver
Distracted driving car accidents in DeLand happen frequently and often cause serious injuries. You can hold the irresponsible driver accountable by getting in touch with the lawyers at Colling Gilbert Wright. We can help you obtain fair compensation for the harm you suffered.
We do not charge expenses and fees until we win money for you, so you work with us at no risk. If you were badly hurt in a wreck caused by a distracted driver, contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a member of our team.