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Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Study Confirms Distracted Driving Higher Among Teens

  The Bridgestone tire company recently commissioned a nationwide survey on distracted driving that showed that:

  • many young drivers are in denial about their distracted driving tendencies;
  • girls are far more likely to engage in distracted behavior behind the wheel than boys; and
  • parents often set bad examples.

A New York Times article summarizing the survey can be found here.

The survey results confirm the overwhelming amount of research proving the dangers of driving while distracted. Prior studies are discussed here, here, here, and here.

If you want to know more about the dangers of distracted driving or would like to arrange a special presentation on the dangers of distracted driving for your community, school, or civic group please contact Aaron M. Mutnick of Tekell & Atkins, L.L.P. at 254-776-5095.

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