What Do Attorneys Do With Cell Phone Records in a Car Accident?
Car accident cases oftentimes produce unclear evidence. Therefore, an attorney representing a client in a car accident case needs to marshal as much supportive evidence as possible. In some cases, this includes obtaining cell phone records as part of the evidence in a case.
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Function
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The primary function of cell phone records in a car accident is to allow an attorney to demonstrate whether a driver was on the phone at the time of the collision.
Considerations
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Other considerations involve using cell phone records to determine if a passenger or another witness was on the phone at the time of an accident, impairing his ability to really see what happened.
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Significance
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Using a cell phone while driving significantly impacts a driver's ability to react, according to a study by the University of Utah. The study reveals that when on a cell phone a 20-year-old driver exhibits the reaction time of a 70-year-old.
Benefits
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The benefits of obtaining cell phone records include allowing an attorney to pin down precisely what was occurring at the time of the accident.
Warning
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Cell phone records are not easy to obtain. Therefore, if you are injured in a car accident your interests are best served by obtaining representation from a qualified and experienced attorney.
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