While the majority of workers’ compensation claims declined 17.6% from 2011 to 2016, the frequency for on-the-job car accidents actually rose by 5%. A new report that used NCCI statistical data found that over 40% of all worker compensation fatalities involved a motor vehicle accident. Other findings of the report included:
- Motor vehicle claims cost up to 100% more than other claims
- Smartphone ownership doubled to 81% by 2016 and may be the main factor in car accident rise
- Majority of the accidents were the result of driving and not being hit by another car
Smartphone use over the last decade has skyrocketed and drivers of all ages routinely engage in distracted driving behaviors thanks to their phones. From navigating the GPS feature to surfing Spotify, these smartphones have ushered in a new age of distracted driving and car accident dangers.
According to the CDC, approximately nine people every day lose their lives in accidents caused by distracted driving. At any given time of the day, approximately 660,000 Americans are using cell phones while driving. Smartphones are responsible for 10% of all fatal crashes and 18% of all injury crashes and that number is on the rise, despite safety warnings and hands-free laws. Statistics from the Governors Highway Safety Association found that only 15 states prohibit all drivers from using hand-held cell phones while driving and 47 states have some type of texting and driving law.
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When working, many employees routinely check email, make work calls, text clients, and multitask while behind the wheel of a car. This can result in serious injury and even death. If you are injured in accident with a distracted driver, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver and/or their employer if they were working at the time of the accident. An experienced Colorado Springs car accident attorney will need to investigate all aspects of your accident to determine who the responsible parties are. If necessary, your lawyer can help you file a lawsuit to collect the compensation you deserve.
Contact Our Colorado Springs Car Accident Lawyers Today
Have you been injured by a distracted driver? Are you concerned you won’t have the money to pay medical bills and lost expenses? If so, you need an experienced Colorado Springs car accident lawyer on your side to help you fight for justice. Contact the experienced Colorado Springs car accident attorneys at the Green Law Firm today to schedule a no-obligation consultation and discuss your case. Call us today at 1-719-694-8515.
