Six Main Causes of Distracted Driving in Virginia

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The rapid growth of smartphone technology has made this a massive problem. In 2015, distracted driving claimed the lives of 3,477 people on the roads of the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In this infographic, we highlight six main causes of distracted driving in Virginia.

Of course, there are many causes of a lack of concentration behind the wheel. Being lost in your thoughts is one of the most significant causes of wrecks. Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers has launched a Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship. We are awarding $2,000 each to three students who submit the best projects related to distracted driving. See our website or call us at (757) 333-3333.