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Roanoke Car Accident Attorney John P. Fishwick Jr. Explains Distracted Driving Accident Claims Under Virginia Law

  • Distracted driving is a major cause of serious crashes in Roanoke, resulting in injuries and financial losses for drivers through no fault of their own.
  • Distracted driving involves visual, manual, and cognitive distractions that divert attention from safe vehicle operation.
  • Virginia law prohibits holding handheld communication devices while driving, and violating this law can be used as evidence of negligence in accident claims.
  • Virginia enforces a strict contributory negligence rule where even 1% fault can prevent a person from receiving compensation.
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Roanoke Car Accident Attorney John P. Fishwick Jr. Explains Distracted Driving Accident Claims Under Virginia Law

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