Kevin McCullough of Mazow McCullough discusses distracted driving safety and some ways for both drivers and pedestrians to reduce the risk of accidents.
Massachusetts Laws Against Distracted Driving
There’s a law here in Massachusetts against distracted driving. The purpose of that law is to prevent or avoid injuries. The problem is, people aren’t following the law. Way too many drivers nowadays are operating motor vehicles using their cell phones, eating food, drinking a beverage.
Paying Attention While Driving Is Key
[add break] If you’re driving a motor vehicle, whether it’s a highway or a side street, you need to pay attention to what’s going on around you. Whether it’s a motor vehicle in front of you, beside you, or that small child that could run into the street chasing that ball.
Safety Steps to Take As a Pedestrian
If you’re a pedestrian, don’t assume that the driver of that motor vehicle is going to stop for you at that intersection. Make sure you:
- Take the time to hit the traffic signal
- Wait for the light
- Cross in the crosswalk
- Make eye contact with the driver
- Make sure that they know that you’re about to cross the street.
There are a number of different things that we can all do to avoid collisions, incidents, and injuries. Be mindful of that, follow the law and do everything that you can to be safe.
When to Call a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you were injured in a distracted driving accident, our experienced Massachusetts personal injury lawyers are here to help. Contact us now at (978) 744-8000 or call toll-free at (855) 693-9084 to get started.
