Disturbing Facts About Distracted Driving

People hold a common misconception about distracted driving and assume this just applies to texting while driving. However, the truth of the matter is that distracted driving is considered any type of activity that takes your eyes, hands, or mind off your driving.

Most people are surprised to learn distracted driving includes:

• Eating or Drinking
• Talking on the Cell Phone (Hands-Free or Handheld)
• Applying Makeup/Shaving
• Reading
• Daydreaming

In addition to texting while driving, these types of distracted driving habits contribute to the number of accidents and personal injuries caused by them. Since 2014, there have been over 3,000 people killed every year due to distracted driving.

To prevent distracted driving and reduce the risks of causing an accident that could potentially cause serious injuries or even death to others, you should only focus on driving and no other activities.

To learn more facts about distracted driving, types of distractions, common distractions and how they affect your driving, and other statistics, we invite you to continue reviewing and reading the following infographic.

If a loved one or you have been injured or killed due to personal injuries caused by a distracted driver, contact Schechter, McElwee, Shaffer & Harris, L.L.P. to speak with one of our Houston TX car accidents attorneys today.