Distracted Driving Accidents in Philadelphia, Bucks, & Mercer County

Personal Injury Attorneys Handling Distracted Driving Accident Cases

Chatting on a cell phone or texting while driving on our Pennsylvania and New Jersey roads and highways is causing car accidents and truck accidents in ever-increasing numbers. In Pennsylvania there are over 6,000 distracted driver accidents each year involving drivers using a handheld cell phone.

In New Jersey, the numbers are even higher. According to the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety, distracted driving contributed to more than 20,000 car accidents in 2007. More than 1,500 distracted driver accidents involved handheld cell phones and 1,421 involved a hands-free cell phone.

Get Experience on Your Side

If you have been injured in a car accident caused by a distracted driver, call the experienced personal injury attorneys at Saile & Saile LLP in Langhorne, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, locally at 215-860-5800 or toll free at 800-860-5801.

Our attorneys are ready to jump in to fight on your behalf, so you can concentrate on getting better. We have an extensive record of success in litigating against insurance companies, and are prepared to do the same for you. Contact a personal injury lawyer at our firm today for a free initial consultation.

Distracted Driving Laws

In the State of New Jersey it is illegal to talk on a handheld cell phone or text while driving. No moving violations points are issued, but drivers are fined $100. In the City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the fine for talking on a handheld cell phone while driving, bicycling or using a skateboard is $75 for the first violation. No moving violation points are assessed.

No statewide Pennsylvania law has been passed yet. If the current bill in the House Transportation Committee becomes law, drivers must pay a $50 fine for texting while driving. Fines would double in a school or road construction zone.

Injuries from Distracted Driving Accidents

If you have been injured by a driver who was texting while driving or fiddling with the controls on his or her radio or iPod, you may entitled to compensation.

We have helped many clients win the compensation they deserve. Contact our Bucks County law office today to consult with a skilled attorney.

Blog for Distracted Driving Accidents

Library for Distracted Driving Accidents:

Avoiding Habits That Can Lead to a Pennsylvania Distracted Driving Accident
Call the Saile & Saile Law Firm today if you have been involved in a Pennsylvania distracted driving accident that has left you with a serious injury.
Pennsylvania’s State Senate signs new texting and driving ban
Due to a law that will go into effect in 2012, PA drivers can be pulled over and ticketed for texting while driving. Learn more about this new cell phone law.
Don’t Get an “F” for Driving Distracted in Pennsylvania School Zones
Most Pennsylvania pedestrian accidents involving children occur after school, many of which are due to distracted driving in Pennsylvania school zones.
As Graduation Season his here, let’s keep our teen drivers safe!
Teen auto accidents can be prevented by education. Distracted teen driving is killing many people in Pennsylvania. Learn about the causes of teen accidents here
Almost every accident is the result of some form of Distracted Driving. April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Almost every accident is caused by some form of distracted driving. April is National distracting driving month. Learn about the seriousness of our problem...
Wake up to the dangers of drowsy driving
Injured by a drowsy driver in Bucks County? Learn about the rights you may have to compensation by consulting with an experienced, compassionate, local injury attorney.
Man’s Best Friend is NOT a Driver’s Best Friend
A dog may be man’s best friend, but can be a driver’s worst enemy. Unrestrained animals can cause distractions and lead to your involvement in a Pennsylvania or New Jersey car wreck. If you or someone you know has been seriously injured in a PA or NJ car accident, order your FREE copy of How to Maximize Your Pennsylvania Car Accident Case Before an Insurance Company Takes Advantage of You.
There are many driving under the influence (DUI) accidents in Bucks County, unfortunately sometimes they are fatal.
Driving under the influence (DUI) causes some of the worst car accident injuries and many fatalities. Working with the right Bucks County car accident injury attorney is the key to achieving the recovery you deserve. Find information here.
Texting Bans Don’t Help, Study Shows an INCREASE in Car Crashes
Bans prohibiting texting while driving are supposed to lessen the number of Pennsylvania and New Jersey auto accidents, right? In theory it seems like a great idea, but the results of a recent study may surprise you! If you have been injured in a texting while driving crash in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, order your FREE copy of our informative book, How to Maximize Your Pennsylvania Car Accident Case Before an Insurance Company Takes Advantage of You.
Have YOU Been Injured in a Pennsylvania or New Jersey Distracted Driving Accident?
Have you been seriously injured in a Philadelphia distracted driving car crash? If you have been injured due to another driver’s negligence, you need to contact an attorney at Saile & Saile. While you are on our site, remember to order your FREE copy of our latest book: How to Maximize Your Pennsylvania Car Accident Case before an Insurance Company Takes Advantage of You.
Teen drivers are causing numerous accidents all over PA & NJ.
Accidents caused by teenagers are a problem all over PA & NJ. It you have been involved in an accident caused by a teen driver, get information about your claim here. Download a free copy of our Pennsylvania car accident book.
What Happens if I’m Hurt by a Distracted Driver in Pennsylvania or New Jersey?
Distracted driving kills and injures many people in New Jersey and Pennsylvania each year. Read this article to learn more about what distracted driving is and about your rights to recovery if you’ve been hurt in an auto accident. The experienced Pennsylvania and New Jersey accident lawyers of Saile & Saile, who wrote the free book How to Maximize Your PA Car Accident Case (available on this website), would be pleased to provide you with a free consultation after your accident. Simply call 1-800-860-5801 today to schedule your meeting.
Distracted Driving Causes Countless Car Accidents
In 2008, nearly 6,000 people died in car accidents involving distracted driving. The three main types of distracted driving are visual, manual, and cognitive. These include talking or texting on a cell phone, eating or drinking, reading, or changing radio stations. Call us today if you have been the victim of a distracted driving accident in New Jersey or Pennsylvania.