Hurt by a Driver Grabbing Items in the Car? We Can Help

When driving, we assume that other cars can see our vehicle and will act accordingly, but sometimes, other drivers lose focus and collide with us while distracted. The Law Offices of Duane O. King have helped clients injured in a slew of accidents from various causes, including drivers who tried to grab an item from their car and took their eyes off the road.

If one of these drivers crashed into your vehicle and injured you, let our Washington, D.C. distracted driving lawyers tell you what you need to know.

How Does Reaching for Objects Contribute to Car Accidents?

When you need to reach for a cup of coffee or your phone, you might think that it only takes a harmless split second, but reaching for objects increases the risk of a crash. A moment of distraction can cause a catastrophic accident, especially on the narrow, crowded Washington, D.C. roadways.

What Are Your Legal Options After an Accident?

If a distracted driver’s actions caused you to suffer an injury in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, in D.C., you need to do more than prove that the accident happened; you need to prove that the other driver’s distraction caused your injuries.

Distracted driving is negligent, especially when the other driver takes their eyes off the road long enough to reach for something. Traffic cam footage, dashcam recordings, black box data, and eyewitness testimony can all go a long way toward establishing the other vehicle’s behavior before your incident or even capturing the other driver’s actions.

During the post-accident scenario, investigators may also note the positions of items in the other car, such as a phone, a handbag, food items, or other accessories, to surmise whether the driver was reaching for something when they got into the collision.

The Washington, D.C. Car Accident Lawyers at the Law Offices of Duane O. King Fight for Your Rights

Regardless of the cause, a car accident can lead to a high physical, emotional, and financial toll. If you need to claim compensation to cover your collision-related expenses, contact our Washington, D.C. car accident lawyers at the Law Offices of Duane O. King. Our legal team has the experience and dedication necessary to advocate for your interests, in and out of court. Call us at 202-331-1963 or fill out our online contact form for a free consultation. Our Washington, D.C., National Harbor, Maryland, and Falls Church, Virginia offices serve clients in Prince George’s County, including Laurel, Beltsville, Adelphi, College Park, Greenbelt, Mitchellville, Woodmore, Greater Upper Marlboro, Springdale, Largo, Bowie, Capitol Heights, District Heights, Forestville, Suitland, Seat Pleasant, Clinton, Oxon Hill, Temple Hills, and Fort Washington.