How Cell Phone Records Can Help Prove Distracted Driving in Accidents
From texting to calling to using GPS to social media, cell phones can be a serious distraction while driving, so many states, including California, have prohibited hand-held cell phone usage while operating a vehicle. Unfortunately, many people ignore this law and use their phones while driving, distracting them from the road and putting themselves and those around them at risk of serious injuries.
If you have been hurt in a motor vehicle accident due to a distracted driver, cell phone records can play a major role in establishing fault by showing the liable driver’s calls and texts, app usage, and GPS location data around the time of the accident. At Younglove Law Group, our experienced lawyers understand how to obtain and use this evidence to fight for your rights. With over 20 years of experience and $50 million recovered for our clients, you can trust us to handle every aspect of your claim while you focus on your recovery.
4 Ways Cell Phone Records Can Help Establish Fault After an Accident in California
As the victim filing a distracted driving accident claim, you carry the burden of proof. This means your claim must contain evidence that proves the at-fault party owed you a duty of care, breached this duty, and directly caused the accident and your injuries. Our dedicated lawyers at Younglove Law Group conduct a thorough investigation, gathering information like cell phone records, which provide the following insights that can help prove liability:
Call and Text Message Logs
Cell phone records contain information about calls and texts, including timestamps of calls and texts sent and received. Analyzing these timestamps can help us determine if the distracted driver was on the phone or sending a text at the time of the accident. If this information shows the liable party was calling or texting right before or during the collision, you can prove they breached their duty of care by veering attention away from the road.
GPS Location Data
Accident reconstruction provides valuable insight into how the accident occurred and proves whose negligence caused the crash. With GPS location data from cell phone records, we can see the driver’s location leading to the collision and map their movements to reconstruct the scene and prove fault.
App Usage
Besides calling and texting, other apps, including social media, can divert a driver’s attention from the road. Cell phone records often include data usage logs and information about app activity to show the at-fault driver was browsing the internet, using social media, or interacting with other apps right before or at the time of the collision.
Testimony Corroboration
Witnesses of the accident can provide testimony about a driver using their phone or driving erratically. Information from cell phone records can corroborate a witness’s story by providing objective evidence to support their claim that the at-fault driver was on their phone and caused the accident.
Seek Guidance From the Knowledgeable California Distracted Driving Accident Lawyers at Younglove Law Group
Whether a driver is texting, talking on the phone, using social media, or interacting with the GPS, phone usage of any kind distracts drivers from the road and puts others at risk. In fact, an estimated 289,310 people were injured in motor vehicle accidents involving distracted drivers in 2022. If you have been injured in an accident caused by a distracted driver, Younglove Law Group is here to help. We leverage cell phone records to establish fault by analyzing call logs, GPS data, app usage, and corroborating witness testimony.
Our 20 years of experience and proven track record of success reflect our commitment to fighting for your rights. Let us handle your complex claim while you focus on your recovery. Our skilled attorneys are dedicated to thorough investigations and crafting strong cases for our clients to help hold liable parties accountable and achieve maximum compensation. Reach out to us at (949) 691-3660 or through our contact form to schedule a free consultation.
