Denver Personal Injury Attorney

Cell Phone Accidents

Practically everyone now carries a cell phone with them. We have come to rely on them to get us through our busy lives. Unfortunately, as a society we have not realized the seriousness associated with their use when we get behind the wheel of a car. Many people believe they can easily multitask while driving down the road, but in fact they are being distracted to the point that thousands of people die each year in accidents where the driver was using a cell phone. Currently, three states along with Washington, DC have banned the use of a cellphone while driving and many others are addressing the issue.

If you have been injured in a car accident where the other driver was using a cell phone, contact us for a free initial consultation. We may be able to recover monetary compensation for your injuries.

We understand the importance of a cell phone and that sometimes we must make that call while driving. To that we would like to offer these suggestions to reduce the risk of an accident:

• Use a “hands-free” device, such as a blue-tooth headset or speaker phone.
  Do not write down numbers or information or scan through your address book.
• If possible, pull off the road to make your call, especially if traffic is heavy
• Don’t use the phone for social calls
• Try to avoid using your phone during events that require your full attention to driving, such as with severe weather conditions or heavy traffic

With the advancements the industry, our cell phones are now able to handle many more tasks such as offering television, browsing the internet and playing music. These features can cause us to become more distracted and increase the odds of a serious car accident.

If you have been the victim of a careless driver who was distracted by using their cell phone, call us at 303.788.0500. Our law firm has represented clients like you since 1987. Scott Baroway has received the prestigious title of “Super Lawyer” every year since 1996. He will defend your rights and fight to obtain the highest possible recovery for your case.