In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, it’s no exaggeration to say that our phones have become an extension of ourselves. We text while walking, scroll while eating, and take calls at all hours of the day. Unfortunately, many people also make the dangerous choice to use their phones while driving — a habit that can be deadly.
Distracted driving isn’t just a bad habit — it’s one of the leading causes of serious and fatal car accidents in Texas and across the United States. Every time someone glances at a text message, changes a song, or checks a notification behind the wheel, they take their eyes, hands, and mind off the task of driving.
At Herrman and Herrman Personal Injury Lawyers, we’ve seen firsthand the devastating consequences distracted driving can have. We’ve represented countless victims and families whose lives were forever changed because someone chose to put their phone above their responsibility to drive safely.
The Alarming Truth About Cellphone-Related Distracted Driving
The statistics are sobering:
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In 2018 alone, cellphone-related distracted driving claimed the lives of 1,730 drivers, 605 passengers, 400 pedestrians, and 77 bicyclists.
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According to the National Safety Council, more than 1.6 million crashes every year are linked to drivers using cellphones.
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Even when these crashes aren’t fatal, they often lead to life-altering injuries — from broken bones to traumatic brain injuries — and costly vehicle damage.
What makes these numbers even more tragic is that nearly every single one of these accidents could have been prevented. A text message, a social media notification, or a call is never worth risking a life.
Why Distracted Driving Is So Dangerous
Driving safely requires three types of focus:
Visual – keeping your eyes on the road
Manual – keeping your hands on the wheel
Cognitive – keeping your mind on driving
When you pick up your phone, you’re removing all three at once. Even a “quick” glance can be deadly — at 55 mph, taking your eyes off the road for just 5 seconds is like driving the length of a football field blindfolded.
Protecting Yourself and Your Loved Ones
While you can’t control the actions of other drivers, you can take steps to reduce your own risk:
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Put your phone on “Do Not Disturb” mode while driving.
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Plan your route before you leave and set your music or GPS ahead of time.
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Lead by example if you have children or teens — they’re watching your driving habits closely.
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Talk openly with your teen drivers about the dangers of distracted driving, and remind them to put their phones away every time they get behind the wheel.
But even if you do everything right, you can still be the victim of someone else’s reckless decision to drive distracted. That’s when it’s time to seek help from an experienced personal injury attorney.
How Herrman and Herrman Can Help If You’ve Been Hurt by a Distracted Driver
If you or a loved one has been injured in a crash caused by a distracted driver, you shouldn’t have to face the medical bills, lost wages, and emotional toll on your own. At Herrman and Herrman, we fight to:
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Investigate the crash and gather evidence showing the other driver’s distraction.
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Hold the negligent driver accountable for the harm they caused.
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Pursue full compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and more.
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Handle all the legal stress so you can focus on your recovery.
We know insurance companies often try to downplay distracted driving or shift the blame onto the victim. Our team has the experience, resources, and determination to stand up to them and fight for the justice you deserve.
Take Action Today
Every day you wait to take legal action is another day critical evidence could disappear. Don’t let a distracted driver’s careless decision destroy your financial stability or quality of life.
📞 Call Herrman and Herrman Personal Injury Lawyers today for a free consultation. We’ll listen to your story, explain your rights, and help you take the next steps toward justice.
If you’ve been injured in a distracted driving accident, remember — you have legal options, and you don’t have to face this alone.
CONTACT HERRMAN & HERRMAN IF YOU HAVE BEEN INJURED IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF ACCIDENTS:
We can help you if you have been harmed by the following:
- Car accidents – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling car accident cases. We will work to identify the party or parties at fault for the crash and build a case to demonstrate persuasively how the parties caused the accident and your injuries. We will seek fair and full compensation through a negotiated settlement or at trial if necessary.
- Truck accidents – Thousands of large commercial trucks travel the roads of Texas every single day. Unfortunately, careless truck drivers and trucking companies disregarding safety put innocent people at risk of serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, let our experienced Texas personal injury lawyers stand up to the trucking companies and insurers on your behalf.
- Motorcycle accidents – Motorcycle riders often suffer grievous injuries in crashes caused by other motorists. Too many motorcycle accidents in Corpus Christi are caused by careless drivers who don’t look for motorcycle riders or violate their right of way. Our personal injury lawyers will work to cut through the bias and stigma against motorcycle riders. Our goal is to seek the financial compensation that you’ll need to recover from a serious motorcycle accident and injuries such as bone fractures, road rash, or traumatic brain injury.
- Product liability – Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to make products that are safe for their intended uses and to warn consumers of any risks that may come with the product. When products have design or manufacturing defects or undisclosed dangers, the product manufacturer may be legally responsible for injuries suffered by consumers. Our attorneys can help you evaluate whether you have a valid product liability claim.
- Brain injury – Brain injuries can leave accident victims with disabilities that leave them unable to work or perform many tasks of daily living. Seeking compensation for a brain injury in an accident often proves incredibly complex. The brain injury survivor may seek compensation for anticipated future medical care and the medical care already provided. Our personal injury lawyers can help you through the difficult recovery process following a brain injury and will fight to make sure you have the resources you need.
- Spinal injury – Spinal cord injuries could cost millions of dollars of care over the course of the victim’s lifetime, especially when those injuries result in partial or complete paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia. If you or your loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate legal representation. Our attorney can help you determine whether you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injury and expenses related to living with the disability, such as making a home more accessible.
- Wrongful death – If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party, your family deserves to seek accountability and compensation from those at fault for the wrongful death. Our caring and dedicated attorneys can help guide you and your family through this difficult and painful time and seek justice for your loved one.
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