Distracted Driving Accident Attorneys

Advocating for Victims in California and Nationwide

Distracted driving is a serious problem. In 2018 alone, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), 4,786 truck accidents involved some form of driver distraction.

If you are one of the many individuals harmed by a distracted driver, our national trial law firm of Wisner Baum will advocate for you. Victims of truck crashes are entitled to compensation. We are here to help you get the compensation you deserve so that you can obtain the medical care you need. A civil lawsuit may also result in compensation for your lost wages, loss of quality of life, pain and suffering, and any other damages you have suffered.

A Nationally Recognized Trial Law Firm

At Wisner Baum, our nationwide trucking accident attorneys have decades of experience pursuing clients’ rights and earning maximum compensation.

Just a few reasons to choose our firm include:

• No fees unless we win
• Over $4 billion won for our clients across all of our areas of practice, including truck accident litigation.
• 75 truck accidents settlements of $1 million or higher
• Compassionate counsel, tireless advocacy
• Board-certified truck accident lawyers
• Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, Regent

Don’t wait to take the first step. The sooner you call us, the sooner we can get started on pursuing full and fair compensation on your behalf.

Contact us online to book a free, no-obligation consultation with a distracted truck driver accident lawyer. Based in Los Angeles, we accept cases in California and across the nation.

What Is Distracted Driving?

Distracted driving refers to anything that takes a driver’s attention from where it should be: on the road. Texting and driving is one of the most well-known driver distractions. However, the problem of distracted driving goes beyond texting behind the wheel. It may also include:

• Smoking
• Eating
• Drinking
• Grooming
• Fatigue
• Inattention
• Talking on the phone
• Checking social media
• Using a GPS or navigation app
• Adjusting climate controls, mirrors, lights, etc.
• Communicating with dispatchers/using a dispatch device

Distracted Driving a Major Factor in Truck Accidents

Distracted driving can be disastrous under any circumstance. However, the risk of serious injury or death is much greater when commercial truck drivers are distracted. The sheer size and weight of trucks can cause unspeakable damage if they collide with other cars, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, or property.

How to Prove Distracted Driving in a Truck Accident Lawsuit

A good way to tell whether a truck driver was distracted at the time of the crash is if they (a) did not attempt to stop the truck or did not brake until it was far too late, or (b) suddenly veered at the last minute. In essence, a telltale sign of distracted driving is if the trucker drove straight into an accident without braking or taking some sort of evasive action.

There are several ways to prove that a commercial truck driver was distracted leading up to a crash. At Wisner Baum, our lawyers often begin by looking for evidence of last-minute braking or veering. This may involve reconstructing the accident and/or traveling to the accident site to inspect any skid marks on the road. It may be necessary to review “black box” evidence, as well.