Category Archives: Distracted Driving
What Is Distracted Driving Caused By Use Of Electronic Devices In Rhode Island?
Distracted driving is considered one of the most common causes of preventable car accidents in Rhode Island. Getting distracted even for a second can cause a collision with another car or pedestrian. Over the past years, Rhode Island legislators passed a number of laws to address distracted driving caused by the use of electronic… Read More »
10 Surprising Driving Distractions (Besides Texting)
Car accidents involving a distracted driver kill approximately 3,000 people every year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). While everyone knows about the dangers of texting and driving, using a smartphone behind the wheel is not the only driving distraction that can take your attention away from the road and result… Read More »
Is Using a Smartwatch a Distracted Driving Activity in Rhode Island?
Advancements in technology have aggravated the problem of distracted driving. Smartwatches have become a widely used wearable among teenagers and adults alike. While it may seem that smartwatches are a safer alternative to cell phones for those who operate a vehicle, studies would beg to differ. As smartwatches may cause a motorist to become… Read More »
Texting While Walking is Linked to an Increased Risk of Pedestrian Accidents, a Study Shows
Nearly every adult in the U.S. uses a cellphone on a daily basis. Most of us are guilty of checking emails, sending texts, or browsing social media while walking. While doing two things at once can save lots of time, using your phone as you walk is more dangerous than you may realize. In… Read More »
Is It Legal To Eat While Driving in Rhode Island?
Most drivers in Rhode Island have eaten while operating a vehicle at least once. Some of them think doing so is against the law, while others could not care less about this being an illegal activity. But is it? Is it illegal to eat while driving in Rhode Island? No. Rhode Island law does… Read More »
