New National Group Focuses Attention on Cell Phone Ban for Drivers
A new non-profit known as Focus Driven held an introductory news conference to announce that this new national organization will try to make driving and talking on cell phones as illegal and socially unacceptable as being drunk behind the wheel.
The experienced Philadelphia car accident lawyers of Reiff and Bily have long been outspoken critics against talking or texting on cell phones while behind the wheel of a car and salute the efforts of Focus Driven and share the vision to prevent injuries and save lives by eliminating cell phone use while driving. While behind the wheel of a car, it is important to concentrate on the road ahead rather than on conversations which take your mind and thoughts off the task at hand. An inattentive driver is operating a weapon at a high speed and often irresponsibly causes catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Many times these accidents involve people who have been drinking while on the phone - a most deadly combination indeed. It is important to note that the five leaders of Focus Driven have all lost loved ones in crashes. I am all too familiar with this scenario and we offer whatever assistance and contribution we can make to this wonderful new cause.
In Pennsylvania we note that the House of Representatives may vote soon on a text messaging ban and that the Senate has passed a measure last year. Other pending legislation in Pennsylvania would ban all cell phone usage by junior drivers.
