Using a cell phone behind the wheel of a vehicle creates a dangerous delay in the driver’s reaction time. Texting while driving car accidents in Houston often leave people with lasting physical and emotional injuries they cannot easily recover from.
A skilled car accident attorney from Mostyn Law can bring a persuasive claim and fight to get you fair compensation that you deserve. Call us today for a free case evaluation.
You must prove that a driver was texting during an accident to establish negligence and secure fair compensation. Even when drivers deny using their phones at the time of a vehicle collision, one of our experienced Houston attorneys can collect evidence from a variety of sources to prove distracted driving was the cause.
Our firm can subpoena the at-fault driver’s cell phone records from their service provider. These records reveal when the driver sent or received text messages, made a phone call, or used data.
For example, we can use timestamps that align with the time of the accident to create compelling evidence of distracted driving.
We can also use the discovery process to obtain the driver’s phone for forensic analysis. Digital forensic experts can extract deleted messages or app usage history.
They can also use screen activity logs to show what the driver was doing moments before the crash, even if the driver attempted to hide the evidence.
Witnesses who observed the at-fault driver looking down at their phone, holding a device, or appearing distracted provide powerful testimony. Passengers in either vehicle, pedestrians, or other motorists can corroborate that the driver was texting rather than watching the road.
Video evidence from traffic cameras, dashboard cameras, and nearby business security systems can capture the driver’s behavior before impact. Clear footage showing a driver looking down or holding a phone is conclusive evidence of distracted driving.
Law enforcement officers often note suspected phone use in their accident reports. A police officer can issue a citation for distracted driving or document observations of phone use at the scene, providing critical evidence for your case.
An experienced attorney from Mostyn Law will work tirelessly to gather, preserve, and present all relevant pieces of evidence to build the strongest possible claim.
If a driver was texting behind the wheel of a car and caused a crash in Houston, you may be entitled to various types of damages depending on the circumstances of your case and the severity of your injuries.
Economic damages are quantifiable financial losses directly resulting from the accident. These include medical expenses, lost wages from missed work, reduced earning capacity, and out-of-pocket costs related to the incident.
Our team can estimate the value of these losses using bills, receipts, and bank statements.
Non-economic damages compensate for intangible losses that do not have a specific dollar value. Examples of these damages include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, mental anguish, and permanent disfigurement or disability.
A judge or jury can award you punitive damages to punish particularly egregious behavior of the at-fault driver and deter future misconduct. Courts award punitive damages in cases involving gross negligence, intentional harm, or reckless conduct, such as drunk driving or extreme road rage.
Punitive damages go beyond compensating victims and send a powerful message that dangerous behavior is not tolerated.
Texting while driving car accidents in Houston can result in serious, life-changing consequences, both physically and financially. If you have suffered injuries in this type of collision, you deserve justice and full compensation for your losses. Our team can establish the value of your losses and initiate a compensation claim.
At Mostyn Law, our personal injury lawyers will work tirelessly to prove negligence of the at-fault driver, negotiate with insurers, and fight for your rights in court. Contact us today to pursue the compensation you deserve.
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