Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of serious car accidents. Now that almost everyone has a cell phone with them while driving, there are many more potential distractions than drivers used to face. Drivers frequently rely on GPS apps for directions, which means their phones must be out and turned on. This makes it easier to get distracted by incoming messages or notifications. Many newer model vehicles even have integrated infotainment systems, confronting drivers with another screen. Even drivers who carefully obey Illinois’s cell phone use laws can be distracted by passengers, music, food, or something interesting that is happening on the roadside. No driver can keep 100 percent of his attention on driving 100 percent of the time. A motor vehicle accident can happen in a split second. If you are facing a lawsuit after being involved in a car accident, you need an experienced Chicago, IL personal injury attorney.
