The average commuter car is about fifteen feet long from bumper to bumper, weighs up to 4,000 pounds, and has enough horsepower in its engine to accelerate to highway speeds in a matter of seconds. Put simply; there is more than enough mass and potential energy in a motor vehicle to cause serious damage to anything it comes into contact with while in motion, which is why it is vital for everyone who drives on Arizona streets and highways to keep their attention fully on the road at all times while behind the wheel. Unfortunately, distracted driving car accidents in Glendale are nevertheless common, and they often result in serious injuries, which the people who sustain them did nothing to deserve.
If you have been hurt recently in a wreck caused by a distracted driver, you may be able to demand civil compensation from that negligent person with help from a skilled auto accident attorney at Phillips Law Group.
Distracted Driving as Grounds for a Civil Lawsuit
Staying focused on driving at all times is just one of the many requirements every licensed driver in Arizona must meet in order to fulfill their “duty of care” towards other people on the road with them. Under the legal theory of “negligence,” anyone who directly causes another person to get hurt by “breaching” the duty of care they owed them may be held civilly liable for all ensuing “damages” caused by that injury. No matter what specific form it takes, distracted driving absolutely qualifies as a breach of duty in this regard.
That said, proving to the satisfaction of an insurance company or civil court judge that someone else was, in fact, distracted behind the wheel can be a lot more complicated than many crash victims initially expect, especially since many forms of distracted driving are not classified as distinct traffic offenses under state law. Depending on the circumstances, it may be necessary to make use of witness testimony, surveillance/dashboard camera footage, photos of an accident scene and/or debris within it, and various other forms of evidence to connect a specific injury to a distracted driving car accident in Glendale.
Recovering for Short-Term and Long-Term Damages
Fortunately, Arizona state law allows anyone who can prove someone else liable for injuring them through negligence to demand compensation from that negligent person for the full value of all the losses their injuries will cause them to experience. Importantly, this can include both past and future damages relative to when the litigation process begins, as well as “economic” damages with quantitative financial values and “non-economic damages,” which have to be valued on a qualitative, case-by-case basis.
Specific forms of harm which often play a role in claims of this nature include:
- Medical bills and related expenses for things like travel costs and/or assistive equipment
- Lost work income, benefits, and/or long-term earning ability
- Car repair/replacement costs and other forms of personal property damage
- Physical pain and discomfort
- Psychological trauma and suffering
- Lost quality/enjoyment of life
During a free, no-obligation consultation, a qualified legal professional can discuss what damages may be recoverable after a distracted driving car crash in Glendale.
Talk to a Glendale Attorney About a Possible Distracted Driving Car Accident Lawsuit
Being injured in a crash caused by someone who was acting irresponsibly behind the wheel can be a frustrating and potentially life-changing experience to go through. In a situation like this, you deserve to be reimbursed fairly for every injury and loss that someone else’s misconduct will cause you. However, actually getting that kind of outcome from a civil lawsuit or settlement demand is often much easier said than done.
Fortunately, you have help available from dedicated legal representatives who will do whatever it takes to help you recover after a distracted driving car accident in Glendale, even if that means progressing your case all the way to civil court. Call Phillips Law Group today to discuss your options with a member of our team.
With over three decades of experience under our belt, we are confident we can provide you with the guidance you need. Please do not hesitate to reach out now to learn more!
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