Ann Arbor Texting While Driving Accident Lawyer

Accomplished Texting While Driving Lawyer in Ann Arbor, MI

We live in a time when people constantly check their cellphones for text messages, emails and social media updates. Although that connectivity can be beneficial in some environments, it can be fatal when drivers check their phones behind the wheel.

Even though texting while driving is illegal in Michigan, it’s still a common cause of auto accidents. In 2011, at least 23 percent of all auto accidents involved some type of cellphone use.

Although many drivers make the responsible decision to put their phones away while they’re driving, it can be impossible to avoid the ramifications from other drivers’ negligent decisions.

If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a car accident because the other party was texting while driving, you may be entitled to compensation from a personal injury lawsuit. At Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC, we have more than 30 years of experience handling personal injury cases. We have dedicated our practice to helping accident victims receive the compensation they need and deserve, and we can help you move forward.

The Dangers of Distracted Driving

Most sources agree that the minimum amount of time drivers take their eyes off the road to send or read text messages is about five seconds. That means that a driver who is traveling at 55 mph could drive the entire length of a football field without looking at the road once. In addition to texting and driving, other cellphone use increases the chances of getting in a car accident.

• Sending or reading a text message increases the chance of a crash by 23 times.
• Dialing a phone increases the chance of a crash by 2.8 times.
• Talking or listening on a cellphone increases the chance of a crash by 1.3 times.
• Reaching for a cellphone or other electronic device increases the chance of a crash by 1.4 times.

Some people try to justify their inattentiveness by taking safer actions. These people hold the phone near the windshield for better visibility, increase their following distances or only text at red lights. In reality, however, there is no safe way to text and drive.

Contact Our Ann Arbor Texting While Driving Accident Attorneys Today

If you suffered injuries because of another driver’s negligent actions, our attorneys can help you receive the compensation you need and deserve. We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you owe us nothing until we obtain a favorable settlement on your behalf.

Schedule your free consultation with one of our lawyers by completing our online form or calling 734-545-8421.

Serving Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County, Michigan

A serious accident can leave an injured person facing hospitalization, rehabilitation, lost income, property damage, and uncertainty about the future. When another driver, business, or individual causes preventable harm, obtaining fair compensation may require more than filing an insurance claim. Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC represents injured people and grieving families throughout Ann Arbor, applying decades of experience in serious personal injury and wrongful death litigation.

The firm handles claims arising from car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, distracted-driving, and drunk-driving accidents, as well as cases involving brain injuries, spinal injuries, burns, broken bones, and other catastrophic harm. Civil injury lawsuits arising in Washtenaw County may be handled through the Washtenaw County Trial Court in downtown Ann Arbor, while other accident-related matters may involve the appropriate district court or local agencies. The firm investigates how an accident occurred, gathers medical and financial evidence, and addresses insurance-company efforts to dispute responsibility or minimize the value of a claim.

Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC serves residents throughout Downtown Ann Arbor, Kerrytown, Burns Park, Water Hill, the Old West Side, Arbor Hills, and nearby communities including Ypsilanti, Saline, Dexter, Chelsea, and Pittsfield Township. Accidents may occur along Interstate 94, U.S. Route 23, M-14, Washtenaw Avenue, Plymouth Road, or heavily traveled streets near the University of Michigan. Whether a client has suffered a disabling injury or lost a family member, experienced legal representation can make the difference between accepting an inadequate insurance outcome and pursuing compensation that reflects the full consequences of the accident.

Helping Injury Victims Throughout Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor combines busy interstate corridors, university traffic, pedestrian and bicycle activity, residential neighborhoods, and growing commercial districts. From the University of Michigan campus and downtown streets to areas surrounding Briarwood Mall and the Washtenaw Avenue corridor, serious crashes can occur in many settings. Goethel Engelhardt, PLLC helps injured residents and families pursue accountability while addressing the medical, financial, and personal effects of an accident.

Ann Arbor, MI Texting While Driving Law Additional Resources:

• Texting and Driving Guide
• Texting and Driving Still Far Too Common
• New App Seeks to Reduce Distracted Driving
• Legislators Propose Bills to Curtail Distracted Driving
• Did a Distracted Driver Injure You?