YouTube PSA Shows Dangers of Distracted Driving

A new YouTube Public Service Announcement details the dangers of texting while driving.  The video opens with three young girls, more interested in their phone than the road ahead.  What happens next begins a terrifying 4 minute long sequence of the deadly consequences.  The video is intended to present the real dangers of driving while distracted, in this case by cell phones.  The message is equally applicable to other forms of driver distraction - food or beverages, reaching for dropped items, or changing songs on a iPod.  The images are realistic, play in real time, and are disturbing.  But they accurately depict the aftermath of a violent collision - from the "jaws of life" being used to remove a passenger to life  flight helicopters transporting her from the scene.  The caption at the top asks viewers "Will you get the message?"  As technology continues to invade our society, we could all use a reminder not to let it distract us from serious activities, such as driving.  This video will certainly come to mind the next time I'm tempted to answer a call or send a quick text in the car.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGE8LzRaySk

At Kaufman Law, we've seen many clients injured by a distracted driver and we hope this video encourages more attentive drivers.  However, if you or a loved one has been injured by the negligence of another, please call our office to schedule a free consultation at 1-888-973-2540 (888-WRECK-404).