Truck Drivers And Cell Phone Accidents

Holding Truck Drivers Accountable For Distracted Driving Crashes

Truck drivers work long hours on the road. The temptation to multitask or stave off boredom may lead some to use cell phones or other handheld devices while on the road. The use of such devices can cause a driver to become distracted and may have disastrous consequences. At Cerchione Hurowitz Law Group LLP, our New York lawyers handle truck driver cell phone accidents and will fight to hold distracted truck drivers accountable for their irresponsible actions.

If you or a family member has been injured by a distracted truck driver, you should take action. Cerchione Hurowitz Law Group LLP represents injured victims as well as those who have lost a loved one through wrongful death. We have extensive experience handling serious personal injury claims. Whether we are able to negotiate a settlement or take the case to trial, we will aggressively pursue your claim in a tireless effort to get results. Call our firm at 646-666-3030 for a free consultation.

Fighting For Compensation For Serious Injuries

Although use of a hands-free cell phone is not illegal in New York, truck drivers have a duty to be aware of their surroundings. If using a hands-free cell phone makes a truck driver distracted and causes an accident, he or she may be negligent. In fact, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has found that drivers who use hand-held devices are four times more likely to be involved in a crash that results in a serious injury.

A serious injury may involve broken bones, traumatic brain injury, back injury, a burn injury, neck injuries and spinal cord injuries. Our dedicated Manhattan attorneys will work with medical and financial experts to demonstrate your need for compensation for medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering and any additional related expenses.

We Will Hold All Responsible Parties Accountable

While individual truck drivers who act negligently are responsible for their actions, we will also work to hold all other responsible parties accountable for their actions. For example, if the use of a cell phone is forbidden under company policy, the driver’s employer may be responsible as well. We will mount a thorough investigation into the circumstances of your accident in an effort to hold all parties accountable and maximize your compensation.

Call Our Lawyers About Truck Driver Negligence In New York

If you or a loved one has been in a truck accident caused by a distracted driver, we can help. Contact our New York truck driver negligence attorneys online or call 646-666-3030 to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your case. We take every personal injury case on a contingency basis, which means that you do not pay any attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you. We are available during regular business hours, and by appointment evenings and weekends.