Distracted Driving Accidents

NC Distracted Driving Laws

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There’s no doubt that our lives are now busier than ever. With so much technology at our fingertips, we are able to send and receive messages, check email, look at our bank account, or even order takeout. But with such freedom comes responsibility. Unfortunately, many people do not wait until they’re out of the car…

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April Raises Awareness of Distracted Driving

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Each day, car accidents caused by distracted driving kill more than nine Americans, and leave 100 more injured. For this reason, the National Safety Council (NSC) has declared April Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Observing Distracted Driving Awareness Month provides an opportunity to recognize the dangers of distracted driving and eliminate preventable deaths. The Insurance Institute…

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Proposed Ban on Cell Phone Use for Drivers Gains Support

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A newly proposed change to state law would prohibit drivers in North Carolina from using hand-held cell phones or other communication devices while behind the wheel. The full text of the pending bill is available here. Introduced in the House General Assembly by Representative Kevin Corbin, House Bill DRH10080-MW-37A—also known as Hands Free NC—seeks to…

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UNCW and AT&T Demonstrate the Dangers of Texting and Driving through Virtual Reality Experience

According to a recent study by AAA, almost 50% of teens admit to texting while driving. This dangerous habit not only puts the life of the driver at risk, but also jeopardizes the innocent lives of surrounding motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians. In an effort to raise awareness on this deadly habit, AT&T teamed up with…

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Happy Labor Day from Daggett Shuler Law!

The attorneys and staff at Daggett Shuler Law wish you and your family a safe and happy Labor Day Weekend! Please enjoy your holiday weekend responsibly. Labor Day is one of the busiest travel periods of the year. More cars and vehicles on the road means that drivers face an increased risk of being involved…

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Don’t Miss This Important Discussion About Distracting Driving! Tune in to Triad Today This Weekend

Don’t forget to tune in to Triad Today, the Piedmont Triad’s number one source for local news and updates, this Saturday and Sunday! This weekend is your last chance to watch Daggett Shuler Law attorneys David Daggett and Griff Shuler appear on Triad Today to share important information and safety tips. This weekend, David and Griff will…

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Attorneys David Daggett and Griff Shuler Will Explain the Dangers of Distracted Driving on Triad Today This Weekend

Make sure you tune in to watch Triad Today this weekend, because Daggett Shuler Law attorneys David Daggett and Griff Shuler will be discussing a very serious safety issue that impacts hundreds of North Carolina residents every year: Distracted Driving. David and Griff will be speaking to host Jim Longworth about the dangers of Distracted…

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