A fatal distracted driving accident involving a semi-truck serves as an important reminder for other motorists to stay focused while driving. A Denver man has lost his life from a preventable auto accident.
According to police, the truck driver failed to spot traffic congestion because he was reaching for a bag of Cheetos. Seconds later, he slammed into the pickup truck, killing the driver.
Distracted driving does not always involve the use of a mobile phone, but it can include any activity that takes focus away from a driver. Eating while driving can lead to consequences for both distracted drivers and their victims.
What Is Colorado Doing to Stop Distracted Driving?
Colorado State Patrol spent March 20th to the 22nd cracking down on distracted drivers, including people eating behind the wheel. Law enforcement stopped 700 drivers and cited 19. Fines went as high as $150 and served as a warning that Colorado law enforcement considers eating behind the wheel a form of distracted driving
Colorado is not alone in going after distracted drivers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has declared April 2015 as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and has launched a social media campaign aimed at spreading awareness of the dangers of distracted driving. In addition, law enforcement around the country will be attempting to ticket distracted drivers.
Victims of distracted drivers should contact an attorney to discuss compensation options. Auto accidents are capable of causing catastrophic injuries that can incur a lifetime of medical costs for survivors.
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