Texting Trivia: What Percentage of Auto Crashes Are Related to Texting?

We all know texting while driving isn't the best idea. In fact, it's illegal, but we also know a lot of people do it. Teens do it, moms and dads do it, and some grandparents even do it.

So on trivia night, what are you saying? What percentage of auto crashes are related to texting while driving?

A whopping 23 percent. Almost 30 percent of crashes are related to distracted driving in general. Another fun fact: If you're driving at 55 mph and send a quick text, you'll travel the length of a football field while your eyes are off the road. A lot can happen in that time and space.

That's why attorney Michael Bryant and the rest of the team at Bradshaw & Bryant PLLC encourage drivers to wait until they reach their destination before looking at their phones. If they are expecting an urgent text, they can pull into a nearby parking lot, but they should avoid taking their eyes off the road to handle their phone.

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It's just not worth the risk of injuring yourself, your passengers, or those in another car.

If you or a loved one is injured in an auto accident, don't sign anything without talking to an attorney. Bradshaw & Bryant PLLC is dedicated to finding justice for the injured and will work quickly to find and preserve valuable evidence. They know insurance companies have attorneys working to minimize your compensation, so they bring the full force of their experience and expertise to protecting your interests.

On top of that, Bryant has been recognized as a SuperLawyer and has been named among Minnesota's Top 40 Personal Injury Lawyers by Minnesota Law & Politics for 6 consecutive years.

Learn more and schedule a free consultation at minnesotapersonalinjury.com or by calling 800-770-7008.