JENKINTOWN PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS

Recent information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration illustrates the prevalence of distracted teen driver accidents and fatalities. The report brings to mind the risk distracted teen drivers create for Philadelphia motor vehicle accidents.

Limiting distractions for teens is the first step parents can take to ensure distracted driving fatalities in Philadelphia decrease in the years to come. Some common distractions for teen drivers include:

• Passengers in the car
• Music and other media
• Improper setting of mirrors and seats
• Cell phones
• Food and beverage
• Lack of sleep

Being aware that these distractions—and many more—exist for teens throughout the Philadelphia area may help parents prepare their children for the dangers of the road.

Identifying the distractions that exist behind the wheel is the first step to combatting distracted teen driving. The second step is to give teens various ways to handle each situation. For example, train your child to check their seats and mirrors and to assemble their music before heading out on the road. As your teen learns how these distractions can be avoided, they will become a safer and more prepared driver.

The Philadelphia motor vehicle accident attorneys at Mednick, Mezyk & Kredo understand the dangers of distracted teen driving and have sadly seen the toll it can take on lives. Do not hesitate to contact us if a distracted driver injured you.  We will use our understanding of Pennsylvania law and our decades of experience to get you the results you are entitled to.  Call us today at 888-807-WORK (9675).