Why Distracted Driving Cases Matter

Were you or a loved one hurt in a distracted driving accident in Las Vegas? You may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Nevada law holds negligent drivers and their insurers financially responsible for the harm they cause.

At Cogburn Davidson Car Accident & Personal Injury Lawyers, we’ve recovered over $100 million for injured Nevadans. With 40+ years of combined trial experience, our award-winning attorneys know how to hold careless drivers accountable and fight back against insurance company tactics. Call today for a free consultation with a trusted Las Vegas distracted driving accident lawyer. You pay no fees unless we win your case.

How Cogburn Davidson Can Help After a Distracted Driving Accident

Recovering from a serious crash can feel overwhelming. While you focus on healing, our legal team takes on the insurance companies and builds the strongest case possible. When you hire Cogburn Davidson, we will:

  • Conduct a full investigation to prove distraction (cell phone records, witness testimony, police reports, video footage)
  • Calculate the full value of your damages, including long-term medical needs and future lost income
  • Defend you against unfair blame and comparative negligence arguments
  • Handle all negotiations with the insurance company, fighting for every dollar you deserve
  • Take your case to trial if the insurer refuses to pay fair compensation

Our attorneys are recognized by Super Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. When you hire us, you get trial lawyers who won’t back down.

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What Is Distracted Driving?

Distracted driving happens when a driver takes their eyes, hands, or mind off the road. In a fast-paced city like Las Vegas, even a momentary lapse can cause devastating crashes.

The three main types of distractions are:

  • Visual: looking away from the road
  • Manual: removing hands from the wheel
  • Cognitive: thinking about something other than driving

Common Types of Distracted Driving in Las Vegas

Some of the most common behaviors that cause distracted driving accidents include:

  • Texting or reading messages
  • Talking on the phone (even hands-free)
  • Adjusting a GPS or radio
  • Eating or drinking behind the wheel
  • Grooming (makeup, hair, shaving)
  • Turning to check on children or pets
  • Reading maps or directions
  • Rubbernecking at roadside accidents

Even a three-second distraction at highway speeds can mean the difference between a near-miss and a catastrophic wreck.

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Why Texting and Driving Is the Most Dangerous Distraction

Texting is particularly deadly because it involves all three forms of distraction: visual, manual, and cognitive. Research shows:

  • Texting drivers are 23 times more likely to cause a crash (Virginia Tech study)
  • Reaction times slow by up to four seconds while texting (Texas A&M study)

In Las Vegas traffic, those lost seconds can lead to life-changing injuries. If a texting driver injured you, we will fight to hold them fully accountable.

Compensation for Distracted Driving Accident Victims in Nevada

If you were injured in a distracted driving accident, you may be entitled to both economic and non-economic damages, including:

  • Emergency medical care and ongoing treatment
  • Rehabilitation and physical therapy
  • Lost wages and future loss of earning capacity
  • Property damage
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress, anxiety, or PTSD
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Wrongful death damages (for grieving families)

In cases involving extreme recklessness, Nevada law may also allow punitive damages to punish the driver and deter future misconduct.

Can I Recover Compensation If I’m Partially at Fault?

Yes. Nevada follows a modified comparative negligence law.

You can still recover compensation if you are 50% or less at fault. However, your recovery is reduced by your share of fault.

For example, if your damages total $100,000 but you are found 20% at fault, you may still recover $80,000.

Our attorneys push back against insurers who try to unfairly shift blame onto victims to avoid paying full compensation.

Statute of Limitations in Nevada Distracted Driving Cases

You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in Nevada. Missing this deadline means losing your right to compensation.

The sooner you contact one of our distracted driving accident lawyers in Las Vegas, the faster we can preserve evidence and protect your case.

Contact a Las Vegas Distracted Driving Accident Lawyer Today

Distracted drivers put everyone at risk. If you were injured by a careless motorist, don’t take on the insurance company alone.

At Cogburn Davidson, we have helped victims recover over $100 million and have the experience, resources, and reputation to take on the toughest cases. Contact us online to schedule your free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.

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