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National Cell Phone Ban Manifested from Kentucky Truck Accident

Oct. 31, 2011 - In 2010, a truck driver using his cell phone numerous times while driving caused a fatal Kentucky truck accident. According to the Digital Journal, the incident allowed for the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) to plan a national cell phone ban for truckers and passenger car drivers alike. If laws are broken or negligence has caused your accident in Kentucky, it's imperative you speak with a Kentucky car accident attorney as soon as possible.

Currently, under Kentucky laws, there is a ban against cell phone usage for bus drivers and drivers who are just learning how to drive. Although the Kentucky laws do address a ban for truck drivers on texting and driving, they can still use cell phones for other purposes while driving.

Any type of cell phone usage can lead to a major accident in Kentucky, which is relevant based on the aforementioned tragic 2010 Kentucky truck accident that killed 10 people. That is why the NTSB has confronted the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration with a proposition to ban handheld and hand-free cell phone from use by commercial drivers, unless it is an emergency

When you have been in a serious accident that was caused by someone else's negligence, you may be able to pursue compensation for your injuries and damages. A Kentucky car accident attorney can help you to determine whether you have a claim worth pursing.

Contacting a Kentucky Car Accident Attorney

Serious injuries and even fatalities can result from accidents involving large commercial trucks. An attorney at Gray and White can help you handle every aspect of your personal injury claim. If you've been injured in Kentucky, contact us today for a free evaluation of your case - 800-634-8767 or 502-210-8942.

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