The risks of distracted driving and how frequently this conduct leads to major automobile accidents are well-documented in the media. However, many people do not comprehend what this sort of action entails, according to Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas. Continue reading to discover five of the most common reasons of distracted driving. Contact us immediately at 909-982-0707 if you need a free legal consultation.
Driving while texting
Texting while driving is frequently presented as the sole example of distracted driving, thus its inclusion on this list should come as no surprise. As texting becomes the main mode of contact for individuals across the country, it becomes normalized to the point that people text even when it is dangerous.
A fascinating truth is that most people who admit to texting while driving feel it is unsafe to do so – but that they are not dangerous when doing so. They assume they are only moving their gaze away from the road for a fraction of a second. According to research, the typical individual stares at a text for at least five seconds while driving, which is long enough to cause a catastrophic accident.
Using the telephone
Yes, most modern automobiles are equipped with Bluetooth technology that allows for hands-free communication. Is not this perfectly safe? Unfortunately, this is not the case. According to several research studies, it is virtually as risky as talking on the phone with your hands. Why? Because your mind is still wandering, and you are not paying attention to the road front of you.
Multi-tasking
This might refer to anything that distracts your attention away from the road. If you are not completely focused on the road in front of you, whether you are doing cosmetics, eating supper, or reaching into the backseat to retrieve something, you are endangering yourself and others.
Loud music
Many individuals feel that turning up their music helps them more attentive when they are fatigued. No, it does not. Indeed, it can cause you to ignore aural cues that something is awry, such as emergency vehicle sirens or the sound of your vehicle’s engine.
Emotional negative states
Unfortunately, it is all too usual for someone who is angry, disappointed, or otherwise disturbed to decide to go for a drive to get rid of their feelings. For everyone on the road, this is bad news. You can bet on your whole concentration not being on the road in front of you if you are angry, depressed, or otherwise significantly agitated.
If you have been harmed as a result of another driver’s negligence, please contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas for a free legal consultation. We are ready to walk you through the process.
