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Distracted driving is a primary cause of collisions in Alpharetta, especially on busy routes like GA-400 and around the North Point shopping district. Whether it's a driver checking a text, using a navigation app, or multitasking behind the wheel, a moment of inattention can have devastating consequences. Howe.Law Injury & Accident Lawyers holds distracted drivers in Alpharetta accountable, using specialized investigative techniques to prove negligence and secure the compensation you deserve.
Proving distraction under Georgia's Hands-Free Law
Georgia's Hands-Free Law (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-241) makes it illegal for drivers to hold a phone or support it with any part of their body while driving. A violation of this law is "negligence per se," meaning the driver is automatically considered negligent for the purposes of your claim. We subpoena cell phone records and analyze app data to provide the "smoking gun" evidence needed to win your case.
The two-year deadline for distracted driving claims
Under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, you have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, in distracted driving cases, digital evidence is the most important proof. We move quickly to preserve the other driver's phone records and vehicle telematics before they can be deleted or lost, ensuring the facts are available to support your claim.
How Georgia's 50 percent bar affects your recovery
Georgia's modified comparative negligence rule (O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33) allows you to recover damages as long as you are less than 50 percent at fault. Insurance companies for distracted drivers often try to shift some blame onto the victim to reduce their payout. We use the proof of the other driver's distraction to keep the focus on their reckless behavior and maximize your award.
Common forms of distraction on Alpharetta roads
While cell phone use is the most common distraction, other behaviors like eating, grooming, or interacting with passengers also cause serious wrecks. We investigate the moments leading up to the crash to identify the specific distraction that caused the driver to fail to yield or rear-end your vehicle.
Serving victims across North Fulton and Forsyth Counties
Our Alpharetta team represents clients injured by distracted drivers in Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek, and Roswell. We understand the specific traffic hazards of North Fulton and use that local experience to build a strong case against the driver who failed to keep their eyes on the road.
Reports, medical care, and filing your lawsuit
A distracted driving crash is investigated by the Alpharetta Police Department or Georgia State Patrol. We assist you in gathering medical records from providers like Wellstar North Fulton to document the extent of your injuries. When insurers refuse to pay fairly, we litigate in the State or Superior Courts of Fulton County to protect your rights.
Speak with a Alpharetta distracted driving attorney
You should not have to pay for another driver's reckless choice to look away from the road. Call (404) 383-6204 to schedule a free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay no attorney fee unless we recover compensation for you.
Common questions
How do you prove the other driver was texting?
We use the legal discovery process to subpoena the driver's cell phone service provider for records that show the exact timing of sent and received texts or data usage. When matched with the timestamp of the crash from the police report, this provides powerful evidence of distraction.
What if the driver was using their phone for navigation?
Even if a driver is using a GPS app, Georgia law still requires them to operate it hands-free. If they were holding the phone or manually entering an address while driving, they were in violation of the law and can be held liable for any resulting crash.
Can I recover punitive damages for distracted driving?
In some cases, yes. If the driver's distraction was particularly egregious—such as watching a video or engaging in prolonged texting—a jury may award punitive damages to punish the driver's reckless disregard for safety. We evaluate the facts of your case to determine if punitive damages should be pursued.
Cases We Handle
We represent injury victims across Georgia, Tennessee, and Mississippi in a wide range of accident and injury cases.
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Richard was extremely helpful, and even though my case wasn't the best fit for his firm, he took extra time to give me direction and clarity to help me with the next steps... Far beyond what he needed to. I'm extremely grateful I contacted his firm.
I had a question about a collection we are going through and Richard himself answered the call and provided a lot of insight to what our next steps would be at no charge. I highly recommend this firm. They are here to help.
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I was really stressed about everything and didn't know where to start but the team took the time to walk me through each step and made sure I understood what was happening. They explained the whole process in a way that actually made sense and I never felt confused or left in the dark, they were super helpful and responsive whenever I had questions. I'm so grateful for how well they treated me and how easy they made everything feel
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