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The dangers of texting while driving and why Missouri’s ban isn’t enough

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | May 18, 2016 | Driver Inattention

While most other states have banned texting while driving for all drivers, Missouri lags behind with a ban solely for drivers under 21. Missouri's attempt to expand that to all drivers in 2015 fell short. This year, the House and Senate have heard testimony on another...

Texting while driving continues to be an issue in Missouri

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Mar 7, 2013 | Driver Inattention

There is no doubt about it, cellphones play a big role in today's society and their popularity shows no signs of ebbing anytime soon. Users not only communicate via verbal conversations, but more and more, texting as well. Activities involving cellphones can be...

Teen Texting Accident Demonstrates Dangers of Distracted Driving

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Oct 28, 2011 | Driver Inattention

A Kansas City accident involving a teenager who was texting while driving demonstrates the tragic consequences that can result from distracted driving. To combat the persistent problem of distracted driving, the Missouri Highway Patrol has launched an anti-texting...

Missouri House Passes Bill Against Texting While Driving

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | May 16, 2011 | Driver Inattention, Motor Vehicle Accidents

The Missouri House recently approved a bill that would ban texting for nearly all drivers. Currently, texting while driving is only banned for drivers 21 and younger. The bill has moved to the Missouri Senate. The proposed law would allow drivers to use...

Distracted Driving Awareness Month, Aren’t You Already Aware?

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Apr 26, 2011 | Driver Inattention, Motor Vehicle Accidents

As Distracted Driving Awareness Month winds down, one must wonder whether such an awareness campaign can really save lives in the Kansas City Area. Just weeks ago, a twenty-something in Central Missouri fumbled with her cell phone as she drove head-on into another...

Clear Message: Texting While Driving is Dangerous

On Behalf of Carter Law Offices | Aug 31, 2010 | Car Accidents, Driver Inattention, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents

Sending text messages from your cell phone while driving can be more dangerous than driving drunk, according to a new study.The study by the U.K.'s Transport Research Laboratory shows that people texting while driving experience a 35 percent drop in reaction times, as...

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