Car accidents are often incredibly damaging and frustrating. This is especially true when the other driver was texting while driving. The moments leading up to a car accident happen in a flash. One minute you’re safe, and the next you’re involved … [Read more...] about What to Do When a Driver Hits You While Texting
Texting and Driving
How Common Are Distracted Driver Accidents?
Distracted driving accidents are on the rise and may soon replace drunk driving as the most common cause of fatal car accidents. Distracted driving is a huge issue nationwide. Despite how safe modern cars are, and the steps taken to ensure … [Read more...] about How Common Are Distracted Driver Accidents?
New Data on Cell Phone Use Behind the Wheel
Each year, distracted drivers cause a large number of car accidents on Missouri roads. Distracted driving is the third most dangerous driving behavior after speeding and failing to yield. However, the latest statistics from the NHTSA suggest that … [Read more...] about New Data on Cell Phone Use Behind the Wheel
Smartphones Responsible for Accidents and Insurance Rate Hikes
Smartphone use while driving has led to an increase in the number of car accidents as well as an increase in auto insurance rates. Smartphones are one of the biggest gifts of technology. While there are many benefits of smartphone technology, there … [Read more...] about Smartphones Responsible for Accidents and Insurance Rate Hikes
Should Texting Drivers be Treated Like Drunk Drivers?
The dangers of texting while driving are nearly as identical to the public as driving while drunk. So why aren't texters in Missouri subject to similar points, fines, license suspensions, and potential jail time as drunk drivers? Texting while … [Read more...] about Should Texting Drivers be Treated Like Drunk Drivers?
How Smartphones Have Changed Driving
Apart from the many great things smartphones have done for us, it has also changed our behavior in a way that makes us more prone to accidents. Human behavior has changed drastically due to the frequent use of smartphones and the various apps … [Read more...] about How Smartphones Have Changed Driving
