Wichita Texting Auto Accident Injury Lawyers

Call the law firm that’s been helping the injured for more than 68 years

Distracted driving is one of the top causes of auto accidents. Cell phones are extremely dangerous distractions to drivers, especially when they are used for texting. The result is often an accident that leaves someone seriously injured or killed. Our auto accident injury lawyers at PISTOTNIK LAW hold texting drivers accountable for the injuries they cause.

The National Highway Safety Traffic Administration reports that distracted driving caused over 3500 deaths in the U.S. in 2021. They also report that texting driving is six times more dangerous than drunk driving. Forbes data reports as much as 13% of all fatal crashes are caused by texting drivers. That’s why it’s against the law in Kansas and in other states, but some people still drive while texting, putting the lives of others at risk.  Kansas statutes state:  “no person shall operate a motor vehicle on a public road or highway while using a wireless communications device to write, send  or read a written communication.”  K.S.A.  8-15,111.  Wichita municipal ordinances also make it illegal in Wichita city limits and texting while driving is considered careless driving.  Ordinance 11.38.170(b).

Car Accident Injury Lawyers With a Long History of Results

If you were hurt by a texting driver, your injuries can be serious, even life changing. You may need diagnostic tests, hospitalization, medication, physical therapy, and multiple follow-up visits with doctors. Recovery may take months or even longer and you may not be able to work. Some people are left with a permanent disability.

Texting while driving is negligence, and drivers who cause an accident need to be held accountable. Their insurers need to pay.  Texting drivers may deny cell phone use, but their phone records don’t lie.  We have experience finding the evidence to show why the wreck occurred.

Insurance companies are supposed pay your damages when you’ve been hurt in an accident, but their main concern is protecting their bottom line. They will try to keep their profits as high as possible by paying you as little as possible. Insurance adjusters use  several tactics trying to limit your compensation.  They may even know that their insured was on a cell phone at the time of a wreck, but fail to disclose that critical information to you.

You need an experienced car accident lawyer who knows how to fight the insurance companies and get results. Our firm has been fighting for and helping injury victims for more than 37 years. We know how to build strong cases that insurance companies must take seriously. Our lawyers are committed to helping you recover the highest amount of compensation possible.

The value of your case depends on the facts of your case. Our legal team investigates your accident and gathers evidence. This includes the driver’s phone records, and any photographic or video evidence. We carefully review accident reports and medical records. If needed, we hire experts to provide strong opinion evidence regarding the facts of your wreck.

Pistotnik Law Fights for All the Compensation You Deserve

Our lawyers determine and prove the total damages you have suffered and demand compensation. This includes compensation for all current and future medical expenses related to your accident. It also includes compensation for any lost wages if you couldn’t work as well as other damages, such as pain and suffering.

PISTOTNIK LAW has the legal knowledge, experience, resources, and reputation needed to get you results. Insurance companies know that we don’t stop fighting for our clients until we get the compensation they deserve. Due to our experience and reputation, we are often able to negotiate a settlement that fully pays your damages without going to court.

There are no up front fees or other charges if we represent you. In fact, you owe us nothing until we recover financial compensation for you. Our firm works on a contingency fee basis. We pay all the costs of moving your case forward, no matter how long it takes. If we don’t win, we don’t get paid.

If you were injured in an auto accident caused by a texting driver, learn more about how we can help. One of our experienced car accident injury lawyers can review your legal options and answer your questions during a free consultation. Contact us today to set up a time that is convenient for you.  We can provide a full consultation by phone, at our office, at your home or hospital room, or any location convenient for you.