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Texting While Driving

Monday, July 19th, 2010

The Chicago car accident attorneys at Harvey L. Walner & Associates, Ltd know what an epidemic texting while driving has become, and we also know that this bad habit is causing a significant number of serious personal injuries and fatalities. Texting while driving has been banned in several states, and hefty fines are being assessed to those who break this law. The number of car accidents in our nation each day is staggering. Now with the advent of multiple technological devices such as iPods, MP3 players, satellite radio, and cell phones, drivers are more distracted than ever before. These distractions lead to more accidents, which lead to more serious personal injuries and wrongful deaths. If you are texting while driving and cause an fatality accident, you could be sued for wrongful death.

Around July 4^th weekend, two Chicago men were arrested by police driving drunk and texting while driving. That’s a double whammy that can only lead to disaster.

In August 2009, Illinois became the 17^th state to ban texting while driving. Governor Pat Quinn signed the amendment to the Illinois Vehicle Code; the bill does make exceptions to those who pull over to text or shift their car into park while stopped in traffic.

If you have lost a loved in a car accident due to a texting driver, or if you have received an injury that has negatively impacted your life, you may be entitled to compensation. Please contact the Chicago car accident attorneys at Harvey L. Walner & Associates today to schedule a confidential, no-cost consultation.

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Causes of Automobile Accidents

Thursday, July 15th, 2010

Automobile accidents occur very frequently on the highways in the United States. Almost everyone will be involved in some sort of vehicle accident in their lifetime.

There are multiple causes for car accidents, including:
•   Driving while impaired
•   Distracted drivers
•   Speeding
•   Inclement weather
•   Defective automobiles

When we operate our vehicles on the road, we are not the only ones responsible for our wellbeing. The other drivers on the road also play a vital role in whether or not we arrive at our destination safely. It is this fact that makes it virtually impossible to avoid a car accident, even if you exercise the utmost safety while driving.

While it is important that you obey traffic laws, wear your seatbelt, and follow the basic safety rules while driving, these steps may not prevent an automobile accident. Try to be as aware as possible of other vehicles on the road. If you are involved in an accident you may have a number of questions, but first you should seek immediate medical attention. An experienced motor vehicle accident attorney can help you sort out the rest after you’ve received whatever medical treatment necessary.

The Chicago car accident attorneys at Harvey L. Walner & Associates, Ltd are here to help; please contact us today to schedule a no-cost, confidential consultation.

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