Each year, the National Safety Council (NSC) recognizes April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This time is meant to spread awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and help everyone promote safer roads everywhere.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports three types of driving distractions:
Visual distractions take your eyes off the road
Manual distractions take your hands off the wheel
Cognitive distractions take your mind off the task of driving
Below are some distracted driving statistics to show just how serious these behaviors can be:
If you've been injured in a distracted driving accident or a loved one was killed due to an accident, our firm is here to help you pursue compensation against negligent parties. Reckless drivers who don’t pay attention to the road should be held accountable for their actions. Our Fresno car accident attorneys will work hard to ensure you walk away with the maximum possible benefits.
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