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Study says women are more prone to distracted driving

by | Aug 7, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents

In a recent study regarding distracted driving, 68 percent of respondents were not easily convinced of the hazards of texting while behind the wheel. This could be of major concern for West Virginia motorists. Overall, the researchers found that certain groups are more prone to distracted driving. These include females as well as those who are less concerned about safety and individuals who frequently use tech devices.

Many states across the nation and even other countries around the world have put laws into place that require drivers to remain hands-free of mobile phone devices while driving. The need for these laws has occurred because people who talk on the phone while driving are twice as likely to cause an accident. Furthermore, the probability for crashing increases sixfold for those who text and drive.

The study, which was published by the Society for Risk Analysis, also showed that drivers are inclined to depend on their own discretion when it comes to cell phone usage. For example, may use more caution when traffic is busy or roads involve a lot of turns. In some cases, the presence of law enforcement may deter distracted driving.

In the United States, it is estimated that 25 percent of all car accidents are related to distracted driving caused by mobile phone utilization. Someone who has been injured in a vehicle accident involving smartphone usage might want to seek the help of a personal injury attorney who understands the most recent laws that have come into effect surrounding this subject.