Just a few weeks ago, a new law was passed prohibiting commercial truck and bus drivers from texting while they are driving. Criminal or civil fines of up $2,750 will be assessed if drivers are caught texting.

The Department of Transportation’s new law will attempt to decrease the use of technology, including cell phones and texting, that is becoming more frequent. Commercial drivers are on the road quite a bit and have dashboard mounted computers as well as cell phones that they use which can sometimes be a distraction if used while driving. The new law hopes to help this. However, it fails to address the use of the dashboard computers, which can also be distracting.

There was a recent Virginia Tech study that showed texting while driving increases the likelihood of an accident by a factor of more than 23 times. Truckers and bus drivers that are texting are required to take their eyes off the road for as long as five seconds at a time.

The new law is an important step towards making the roads safer from distracted drivers.

Distracted drivers on the road can lead to accidents. While it is an important first step to create laws that help protect others on the road, accidents still happen. If you have been injured in a bus or commercial truck accident, it’s a good idea to speak with an injury lawyer about your options.

Being the victim of a truck or bus accident can be a stressful situation. It’s a good idea to speak with NJ injury attorneys about your case. New Jersey injury law firms can help you understand your rights and educate you about your situation.

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