Texting and driving is considered distracted driving and it leads to many auto accidents. Reports say that over a million auto accidents involve a smart phone is some capacity.

Despite the known risks involved in texting and driving, or using a phone while operating a vehicle in any way, drivers continue to use their phone while behind the wheel.

Hundreds of thousands of people are seriously injured in texting and driving accidents. Thousands die annually.

Were you injured in a texting and driving accident? Are you wondering what you can do to build a solid case against the distracted driver?

Here’s what information you may need to go over with your personal injury attorney when you file a claim:

• Police report
• Medical expenses
• Witness testimony
• Cell phone records
• Notes on street conditions and weather that day
• Photographs or video
• Insurance policies
• Accident reconstruction
• Expert reports and or testimony
• Missed work and lost wages evidence

What must a victim of a texting and driving accident prove? They must prove negligence on the part of the distracted driver. They must prove that the defendant had a duty to the victim, that the duty was breached, that the breach led to harm being caused, that the victim suffered injuries of some kind as a result, and that an award of damages can compensate for the injuries.

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