How Our Distracted Driving Accident Lawyers Help in Bedford
We build the proof that the other driver was not watching the road. That proof is what moves an insurer from denial to payment.
When you hire us, we:
- Get the Bedford Police crash report and any officer notes
- Ask nearby businesses for surveillance video before it is recorded over
- Request phone records when the facts point to texting
- Track your medical bills, lost pay, and property damage
- Negotiate with the insurer and file suit if needed
Is the Distracted Driver Automatically at Fault?
No, but distraction usually decides liability. A driver who violates the texting ban is presumed careless, and a driver who drifts or fails to stop because of any distraction has breached the duty to drive safely.
Fault can still be shared. Under Texas modified comparative fault, your compensation drops by your percentage of blame and is barred above 50%. Insurers may argue you braked suddenly or were speeding, so evidence matters.
Common Distracted Driving Crashes Around Bedford
Bedford sits between Fort Worth and Dallas, with heavy commuter traffic on Airport Freeway (SH 183) and SH 121. Typical distracted crashes here include:
- Rear-end collisions in slowdowns on the freeway and frontage roads
- Red-light crashes at busy intersections along Central Drive and Brown Trail
- Drivers drifting out of their lane and sideswiping another car
- Parking lot crashes near shopping centers
These crashes often cause whiplash, back injuries, and concussions.
Your Deadline to Act
You generally have two years from the crash to file a lawsuit in Texas. If a city vehicle was involved, notice may be due in six months or less. Store video and phone data can vanish within weeks, so starting early protects your claim.
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Distracted Driving Accidents in Bedford, TX FAQs
Is it illegal to use a GPS app while driving in Texas?
The statewide law targets reading, writing, or sending electronic messages. Using a phone for navigation is generally allowed under that law. But a driver who stares at a map instead of the road and causes a crash can still be found negligent in a civil claim.
Who pays my medical bills after a distracted driving crash in Bedford?
The at-fault driver's liability insurance should pay once fault is shown. Until then, Personal Injury Protection on your own policy can cover medical bills and part of lost income, unless you rejected it in writing. Health insurance may also pay and seek repayment later.
The other driver denies using a phone. Do I still have a case?
Often, yes. Denials are common. Witness accounts, the crash pattern, a lack of braking, video from nearby stores, and phone records obtained in a lawsuit can all show distraction. The police report may also note what the driver told the officer at the scene.
How much does a distracted driving accident lawyer cost?
Parker Law Firm Injury Lawyers handles distracted driving accident cases on a contingency fee. You pay nothing upfront and owe no attorney's fees unless we recover money for you. Our fee will never exceed your recovery, and we explain the exact terms in writing before we start.
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Parker Law Firm Injury Lawyers – Bedford Office
2317 Plaza Pkwy #100, Bedford, TX 76021
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