Kentucky banned texting while driving in 2010. While distracted driving can lead to fines and penalties for an unfocused driver, the consequences go well beyond legal punishments. Distraction is one of the biggest dangers on our roads.

1. Distraction on
Kentucky’s
Roads
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From cell phones to extra passengers,
distractions are everywhere

2. More Than Just a Bad
Habit
Kentucky banned texting while driving in
2010. While distracted driving can lead to
fines and penalties for an unfocused
driver, the consequences go well beyond
legal punishments. Distraction is one of
the biggest dangers on our roads. Here’s
why…
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3. Sending Just One Text…
Increases your crash risk by 23
times. It can also take a driver’s
eyes off the road for a full five
seconds. At 55 mph, that’s enough
time for a vehicle to cover the
equivalent of a football field.
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4. Talking Yourself into
Danger
Simply having a conversation on
your cell phone while driving is also
a dangerous habit for drivers. Even
hands-free devices can quadruple a
person’s chances of being involved
in a crash, according to a study from
AAA.
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5. Teens & Distraction
Teen drivers are more likely than older drivers to
engage in distracting activities behind the
wheel. One study analyzing nearly 1,700 videos
of teen drivers found that distraction was a
factor in nearly 60 percent of crashes. According
to the researchers, interacting with passengers
led to even more teen distracted driving wrecks
than texting.
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6. Beyond using mobile devices and interacting
with passengers, distraction can also be caused
by…
• Eating or drinking
• Smoking
• Reaching for an object
• Excessive noise inside the vehicle
• Navigation systems
• Unrestrained pets or children.
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Other Ways in Which
Drivers are Distracted

7. A distracted driver is a negligent driver.
This means they can be held responsible
for the costs associated with the injuries
you suffer in a vehicle accident. The
costs of a serious injury can be truly
staggering. Medical bills, medication,
ongoing treatment, missed time at work,
lost work capacity, pain and suffering can
all be the result of a distracted driver’s
carelessness.
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What If a Distracted
Driver Causes Your
Wreck?

8. Do You Need to be Sure
That Distraction Caused the
Crash?
No. If you hire a skilled attorney to
handle your case, they will investigate
the cause of the crash and build a case
based on the facts. In some cases, there
are multiple causes and people that are
responsible for the crash. Determining
liability can be complex, and it is always
best to leave this task up to your legal
representative.
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9. What Should You Do
After a Crash?
• Call 911 to notify the police and request medical
attention for injuries.
• Make sure everyone is out of harm’s way.
• Get the name and insurance information of the
other driver.
• Wait for the police and cooperate with them.
• If you suspect that you’ve been injured at all, visit a
doctor as soon as possible.
• Contact an attorney to learn more about your
options.
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10. If you need an attorney to represent you after a distracted
driving accident, you’ll want to look for the following
qualities…
• The attorney can practice in your state.
• The attorney handles personal injury - and preferably
vehicle accident - cases.
• The attorney has a track record of getting results for
clients.
Many attorneys offer free consultations to potential clients,
so it is best to take advantage of this opportunity to learn
more about the lawyer and what they can bring to your case.
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11. Billy Johnson has been practicing
law for 20 years, building his firm’s
reputation on the services and
results he offers clients. If you or a
loved one has been injured by a
distracted driver, contact Billy
Johnson today to schedule a free,
no-obligation consultation.
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