Tampa Distracted Driving Accident Lawyer

A single moment of distraction can disrupt your entire life. When another driver fails in their duty to pay attention to the roadway around them, victims can be left struggling with devastating injuries and immense medical debt, all while being unable to return to work. If you have been injured due to a distracted driver’s behavior on I-275 or near Drew Park, then an experienced Tampa distracted driving accident lawyer is here to help you recover compensation.

Hold a Distracted Driver Accountable with Ronald Bone, P.A.

At Ronald Bone, P.A., we are here to advocate for you. When a distracted driver is to blame for your accident and resulting injury, you are entitled to seek compensation. These dangerous drivers need to be held accountable, especially when injuries and property damage occur. At Ronald Bone, P.A., we have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of previous clients and are ready to step into the role of your personal injury lawyer. 

Since 1997, our firm has been pursuing compensation for injury clients, and we are proud to be an active trial practice with exceptional results. Though future outcomes cannot be guaranteed by past results, we are prepared to advocate for you. Our attorneys are AV-rated, the highest rating possible from Martindale-Hubbell, and have been honored with a Client Champion Silver designation. Let our excellence speak for itself today in your case. 

Types of Distracted Driving Common in Tampa

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are three main types of distracted driving. Understanding the cause of a driver’s distraction can help further prove negligence in a personal injury claim. In Tampa, the three main forms of distracted driving are:

1. Manual distractions. These distractions involve any kind of action that takes a driver’s hands away from their steering wheel. This can include typing out a message on a cell phone, holding the cell phone, eating and drinking, reaching for items inside the vehicle, grooming, or adjusting the radio, GPS, or temperature controls. 
2. Visual distractions. These distractions include any kind of behavior or activity that makes a driver stop focusing on the road in front of them. This can include glancing at their phone or navigation system, looking at passengers inside their vehicle, or getting distracted by something on the side of the road. 
3. Cognitive distractions. In Tampa, cognitive distractions can include anything that takes a driver’s mind off the task at hand. This can include any kind of manual or visitation distractions listed, but can also include daydreaming, fatigue, or any other method of letting the mind wander away from driving.

Across the United States, distracted driving kills around 3,275 people a year. While it may not account for as many fatalities as other forms of reckless driving, such as speeding, which claims over 11,700 lives a year, it is considered one of the most dangerous ways of driving and can lead to many accidents that may not result in death but can cause serious injury.

At Ronald Bone, P.A., we are here to help you recover compensation. Most often, compensation can be sought through pre-trial settlements. However, if the involved parties refuse to cooperate in a settlement, our team is experienced in taking cases to trial and can seek your fair and full compensation that way. 

What Can an Attorney Help With in a Distracted Driver Claim?

There is no way around it: Distracted driving cases are complicated. You are likely feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what steps to take in order to recover compensation. At Ronald Bone, P.A., we are here to guide you through each step of the legal process and can take several actions on your behalf, including:

• Conduct an independent investigation. At Ronald Bone, P.A., our team is experienced in launching an independent investigation into personal injury accidents. We can gather essential evidence, including traffic camera footage, phone records, and the testimony statements of eyewitnesses. All of this evidence can help strengthen your case. 
• Calculate compensation. Your attorney can assess all of the damages you’ve sustained and calculate the fair and full amount of compensation you deserve. 
• Negotiate. The involved insurance companies will likely employ certain intimidation tactics to get you to take a lower settlement offer out of desperation and walk away. At Ronald Bone, P.A., we won’t stand for this predatory behavior. Let us handle all of the communications and negotiate with the at-fault party and the involved insurance companies so that you can focus on your own healing and recovery. 
• Take your case to court. When such action becomes necessary, our team is ready to take your case to court. We have extensive trial experience and knowledge of driving liability laws in Florida and can advocate for your rights before a judge and jury. 

FAQs

Q: What Injuries Can Be Suffered in a Distracted Driving Accident?

A: In a distracted driving accident, there are many different injuries that can be suffered. The injuries that are most common include fractures and other broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, concussions, spinal cord damage, which may result in complete or partial paralysis, internal bleeding, internal organ damage and nerve damage, whiplash and other injuries to soft tissue, and cuts, bruises, or lacerations. 

Q: What Personal Injury Damages Can I Recover in Tampa?

A: In Tampa, when you are injured or sustain other damages in a distracted driving accident, there are certain forms of compensation you may be able to pursue. These forms of compensation include all related medical costs, lost wages or lost employment benefits, the loss of your future earning capacity, physical pain and emotional suffering, loss of the enjoyment of life, and even wrongful death damages if a loved one is killed. 

Q: What Should I Do if a Distracted Driver Causes an Accident?

A: If you are involved in an accident caused by a distracted driver, there are certain actions that should be taken to protect your health and your rights to a future injury claim. First, move to a place of safety and call for the police and for medical emergency services. If you are able, you should collect evidence, such as eyewitness testimony and photos of your injuries. You then need to contact a lawyer. 

Q: Does Florida Have Distracted Driving Laws?

A: Yes, Florida has many distracted driving laws. These laws prohibit drivers from performing certain actions when driving a vehicle. These actions include texting, instant messaging, or emailing, sending or reading any kind of data on an electronic device, and manually typing or entering multiple letters, symbols, characters, or numbers into a wireless communication device.

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Hire a Distracted Driving Accident Lawyer in Tampa

If you or a loved one has suffered injury due to the actions of a distracted driver in Tampa, you need to hire a distracted driving accident lawyer as soon as possible. At Ronald Bone, P.A., we are here to serve you. Let us hold the distracted driver accountable for your injuries and damages. Contact our offices today to learn more and schedule your initial consultation.