Category : Distracted Driving

Researchers Develop Videogame to Raise Teen Awareness about Distracted Driving Accidents

February 14th, 2012
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Researchers have developed a video game that is designed to teach teenage motorists the consequences of distracted driving.

Researchers have developed a video game that is designed to teach teenage motorists the consequences of distracted driving.  The game has been developed by researchers at the University of Minnesota, and aims to reduce the risks of distracted driving accidents involving teen motorists.

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NHTSA Report Shows Distracted Driving Accident Risks Still High

February 10th, 2012
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According to a recent survey, many American motorists see nothing wrong with having a conversation on a cell phone or texting while driving.

In December, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released another report about distracted driving accident risks among Americans.  The report was based on a telephone survey of adult motorists.

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Ad Council with New Campaign to Prevent Distracted Driving Accidents

January 17th, 2012
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The survey also shows that too many parents set a bad example for their children

Faced with increasing evidence that teenage drivers continue to be at a higher risk of distracted driving accidents , federal highway safety agencies, attorney generals and the Ad Council have launched a nationwide campaign against texting while driving.

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Federal Agency Recommends Complete Cell Phone Ban While Driving

December 20th, 2011
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The NTSB is recommending a complete cell phone ban while driving

The National Transportation Safety Board is increasing its pressure on the federal administration and states around the country to come down even harder on the use of cell phones while driving.  The Board is recommending a complete cell phone ban while driving for all motorists.

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Cell Phone Use While Driving Biggest Concern for California Motorists

December 7th, 2011
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Distracted driving was listed by close to 39% of the motorists as their number one safety concern

It’s not speeding or drunk driving that bothers California drivers the most.  It’s cell phone use while driving.  According to a new study, distracted driving is the number one safety concern in California.

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Final Rule on Hand-Held Cell Phone Ban for Truck Drivers

December 4th, 2011
Cell Phone BanThere is a high risk when drivers operate cell phones and other electronic devices while driving

The US Department of Transportation has issued its final rule on cell phone ban for commercial truck and bus drivers traveling on interstates.  This is one of the last steps in the enactment of a rule that is strongly supported by trucking safety groups and San Diego truck accident lawyers.

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New DOT Anti-Distracted Driving Video PSA Targets Teen Drivers

December 2nd, 2011
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Using a cellphone while driving can lead to fatal car accidents

Any San Diego car accident lawyer will tell you that initiatives against distracted driving tend to neglect the most at-risk category of drivers- teenage motorists.  The US Department of Transportation wants to change that.  The agency is releasing a new distracted driving video PSA that targets teenagers in time for the busy holiday traveling season.

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California One Step Closer to Higher Distracted Driving Fines

August 23rd, 2011
Distracted drivers are getting more expensive fines.

Stronger penalties are on the way for those who drive while texting.

One of the biggest issues that Los Angeles car accident lawyers have found with California’s current laws against cell phone use while driving is the paltry penalties attached to these violations.  That situation could soon change.  A bill that would substantially increase Distracted Driving Fines has been passed by the California Senate.

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Survey Confirms Teen Drivers Have Increased Accident Risks from Distracted Driving

August 17th, 2011
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Teenage drivers are more prone to have accidents caused by distracted driving.

It has been no secret to Los Angeles car accident attorneys that teen drivers have increased accident risks and they are caused by distracted driving or cell phone use while driving.  A new survey only confirms this fact.

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Distracted Driving Laws Highly Effective in Reducing Cell Phone Use, Preventing Accidents

July 31st, 2011
Enforcement of Distracted driving laws

Distracted Driving Laws have proven to be highly effective at preventing distracted driving caused accidents.

Distracted Driving Laws are the base for highly effective campaigns against drunk driving and seatbelt enforcement, lead to substantial reductions in cell phone use while driving, and reduce the risk of accidents.  Federal researchers have found that when enforcement campaigns combine awareness with fines and penalties, they’re much more effective in reducing distracted driving behaviors than public awareness campaigns alone.

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