Sioux Falls Distracted Driving Accident Lawyer
Distracted Driving Lawsuits
The number of things that have nothing to do with the safe operation of a vehicle is remarkable, yet South Dakota drivers continue to do them. Perhaps the most prevalent problem on our streets today is texting or using a cellphone while driving. Despite a statewide ban on texting while driving, this dangerous behavior continues to be a major issue. If you have been seriously injured in an accident that was caused by a distracted driver, it is important that you have an experienced personal injury attorney representing you. Our Sioux Falls distracted driving accident lawyers help clients who have suffered serious injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and spinal cord injuries, in any type of distracted driving accident.
For a free legal consultation with a distracted driving lawyer serving Sioux Falls, call (605) 334-8900
Building The Strongest Possible Case On Your Behalf
Many distracted driving accidents involve rear-end collisions that arise because the negligent driver takes his or her eyes off the road for an extended period of time. Insurance companies fail to grasp the magnitude of distracted driver accidents that result in life-altering injuries to the victim, and they often attempt to hide the inattentive behavior to avoid accountability.
Our Sioux Falls personal injury lawyers understand both short- and long-term difficulties victims can suffer in these accidents, and we are committed to obtaining both the health care and financial compensation you need to recover from your injuries. We have successfully represented our clients in these distracted driving lawsuits. Let us put our 30-plus years of experience to work for you.
Types of Distracted Driving in South Dakota
Distracted driving extends well beyond texting. South Dakota law recognizes three categories of driver distraction: visual (taking your eyes off the road), manual (removing your hands from the wheel), and cognitive (letting your mind wander from driving). Texting is uniquely dangerous because it involves all three simultaneously.
Other common distractions that cause Sioux Falls accidents include adjusting GPS or infotainment systems, eating and drinking while driving, reaching for objects in the vehicle, and engaging with passengers. Along Interstate 29 and Interstate 90, where traffic moves at highway speeds, even a few seconds of inattention can close a gap of several hundred feet. Our attorneys obtain cell phone records, vehicle infotainment data, and witness testimony to prove that the other driver was distracted at the time of your collision.
Speak With A Lawyer About Your Distracted Driving Accident Claim
Operating a vehicle is a task that requires 100 percent of the driver’s attention the entire time he or she is behind the wheel. If you have been injured by a distracted driver, contact our Sioux Falls office to schedule a free consultation with an attorney. You can reach us by phone at 605-334-8900 or via email for an appointment.
Evidence That Strengthens Distracted Driving Claims
Proving distracted driving requires specific types of evidence that go beyond a standard car accident case. Cell phone records obtained through subpoena can reveal whether the driver was sending or receiving texts, making calls, or using apps at the time of the collision. Vehicle infotainment system data may show Bluetooth activity or navigation input. Witness statements from other motorists who observed the driver looking down at their phone provide compelling supporting testimony.
Along busy Sioux Falls corridors like 41st Street, Minnesota Avenue, and Louise Avenue, traffic cameras and business surveillance systems often capture the moments leading up to a crash. Our attorneys move quickly to preserve this footage before it is overwritten. When cell phone evidence establishes that a driver was texting at the moment of impact, insurance companies face a much stronger liability case — and juries tend to award significant damages for injuries caused by this reckless behavior.
