No-text Law Attorney in Ann Arbor, MI

No-text Law Overview

TWD: A New Abbreviation for Reckless and Negligent Driving

On July 1, 2010, Michigan's no-texting-while-driving law, a.k.a. the no-text law, went into effect. This created a civil penalty or fine for any driver caught engaging in this activity. Legislators have also discussed adding criminal penalties for this offense in the future, similar in some ways to criminal drunk driving statutes.

While the no-text law is a step in the right direction toward making our roadways safer, it really doesn't change much for the people and families who've been harmed by these distracted drivers. Their need for experienced legal representation is still great.

At Bredell & Bredell, we have been helping accident victims throughout the state of Michigan obtain compensation for serious injuries and other losses for more than 25 years. Based on that experience, we are confident in our ability to help you recover, too. Talk to one of our experienced personal injury lawyers today and learn more about what we can do to help.

Texting-While-Driving Accidents on the Rise

It's hard to be a safe driver when you aren't watching what you're doing. In 2009, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that distracted driving in all of its various forms was responsible for 20 percent of all injury crashes. Another study, conducted by researchers at the University of Utah, found that using a cellphone while driving, either to text or to speak with someone, delays a driver's reactions as much as having a blood alcohol concentration at the legal limit of .08 percent.

The bottom line here is that texting while driving is negligent, regardless of whether or not there is a law against it. Michigan's no-text law won't change that, and it won't stop people from doing it. It is, however, one more piece we can use to establish negligence and make our case for maximum recovery on your behalf.

Experienced Michigan Personal Injury Lawyers
Handling Cases of Texting-While-Driving Statewide

Our firm provides each client with personal attention, experienced legal advice and responsive service in a caring environment. We represent accident victims throughout Michigan. To schedule a free initial consultation, contact us online or call our central Ann Arbor office directly at 734-274-2876. You can also schedule a consultation with an attorney at one of our satellite offices in Jackson and Ypsilanti by using our toll-free number, 866-586-8164.

We are available for evening, weekend, home and hospital appointments, if needed.

Other Frequent Case Types

• Burn Injury
• Car accident(s)
• Cell Phone Accident
• Drunk Driving Accident
• Motorcycle Accident
• No Fault Insurance
• Passenger Injury Lawsuit
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Sun Glare
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Truck Accident

Areas of Practice

• No-text Law
• Personal Injury