Rhode Island Accident Lawyer Blog
A Rhode Island teenager was traveling on I-495 mid-June when he slammed into a highway sign which ultimately pierced the windshield of his vehicle. The Toyota Corolla driver was not paying attention when traffic stopped ahead of him as a result of a lane closure for a construction project. When the driver attempted to stop his vehicle, he lost control of the car and slid off the road, slamming into a construction sign warning him about that lane closure. The man was hit in the head when that sign came through his windshield and he was taken to Rhode Island Hospital with a head laceration.
If you have been injured in a distracted-driving accident because someone else was not paying attention or otherwise driving recklessly, you may have grounds to file a personal injury claim with the help of a Rhode Island car accident attorney. Although many studies have pointed out the dangers of distracted driving and more police officers have taken an active role in stopping this behavior, it still persists.
Unfortunately, despite the fact that more people are aware of the dangers of distracted driving, this practice is still extremely common. This is especially true among teenagers who are more likely to be on the roads during the summer and are more likely to engage in texting and driving or other forms of distracted driving to begin with. In fact, this is why the summer is known as the 100 deadliest days. During this period, fatalities in accidents involving teenagers are at a year-round high.
If you have already been injured in an accident as a result of distracted driving, you may have costly medical bills, and lost time at work as a result of your injuries. Your rights are protected by Rhode Island personal injury law, but you need to consult with a knowledgeable car accident attorney to determine your next steps.