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🤖 CRASH TEST DUMMIES BEHIND THE WHEEL OF SMART CARS?
Are smart cars making drivers dumber?
A national survey involving over 1,000 licensed drivers (ages 18 and up) explored how modern driver-assist features like Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) affect human behavior behind the wheel.
The results? Eye-opening:
- 🚨 Over 60% of drivers with ACC/LKA admitted to texting while driving
- 📲 Over 50% confessed to using social media apps while their vehicle was in motion
- 🎥 Many even admitted to video chatting while driving
These findings reveal a disturbing trend: drivers are placing too much trust in technology — and it’s putting lives at risk.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving caused 3,166 fatalities in 2017. In Florida alone, over 50,000 car accident reports were linked to distracted drivers — with Miami-Dade County ranking near the top for risk.
And it gets worse:
92% of drivers nationwide use their phones behind the wheel, according to EverQuote.
📵 Texting & Driving Laws in Florida
While texting and driving has technically been illegal in Florida for years, enforcement was nearly nonexistent — until now.
As of January 1, 2020, Florida law allows police officers to stop and ticket drivers caught texting behind the wheel. Here’s what the law says:
- 💬 Texting while driving is now a primary offense
- 🚫 Fines start at $30, not including court costs
- 📉 Repeat offenders may face license suspension and point deductions
Motorists may still use phones for GPS, calls, and emergency alerts, but texting or social media use while driving is strictly prohibited.
This is a major step forward to reduce distracted driving accidents — especially in high-risk areas like Miami, Hialeah, Doral, and North Miami Beach.
🚶♀️ Pedestrian Accidents Caused by Distracted Drivers
At The Perazzo Law Firm, we’ve seen firsthand how negligent cellphone use by motorists can have devastating consequences — especially for pedestrians.
Florida ranks #2 in the U.S. for pedestrian deaths, and Miami-Dade is a hotspot for serious injuries involving distracted drivers.
Common pedestrian injuries include:
- 🧠 Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
- 🦴 Fractures and Broken Bones
- 🏥 Long-term rehabilitation & loss of income
- 💔 Permanent disability or wrongful death
If you or someone you love was struck by a distracted driver, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
🛑 Injured in a Car Accident in Miami? Know Your Rights.
If you, a friend, or a family member has been injured due to another driver’s negligence — whether involving texting, video calls, or reckless driving — our team is here to help.
At The Perazzo Law Firm, we offer:
✅ FREE initial consultation
✅ ZERO out-of-pocket fees
✅ NO WIN, NO FEE legal representation
✅ Experienced car accident attorneys who put YOUR best interests first
📍 Serving ALL of Miami-Dade and Broward County
📱 Call (786) LAWS-411 or contact us online to speak with a top-rated Miami car accident lawyer today.
💬 Don’t Let a Smart Car Ruin Your Life
Technology is here to assist — not replace — human judgment.
Don’t trust a machine with your life, and don’t let someone else’s bad decision ruin yours.
Whether you were injured as a driver, passenger, or pedestrian, we’re here to help you recover physically, emotionally, and financially.
The Perazzo Law Firm – DEDICATED TO PUTTING YOUR INTERESTS FIRST, ALWAYS.
📍 Office Location: North Miami Beach, Florida
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