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Distracted Driving Accident Lawyer Serving Burnet County
Injured by a Distracted Driver in Burnet or Surrounding Areas? We’re Here to Help.
Distracted driving is one of the most common — and preventable — causes of car accidents in Burnet County and across Texas. From texting behind the wheel to fiddling with GPS, drivers who take their eyes off the road for even a few seconds can cause devastating crashes. If you or someone you love was injured in a distracted driving accident in Burnet, Marble Falls, Bertram, or nearby, you may be entitled to compensation.
At the Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker, we represent victims of distracted driving collisions and help them pursue justice. You don’t have to navigate medical bills, insurance claims, or lost wages alone. We’re here to hold negligent drivers accountable and fight for the financial recovery you deserve.
What Is Distracted Driving?
Distracted driving includes any activity that takes a driver’s attention away from the primary task of driving. These distractions typically fall into three categories:
Visual – taking your eyes off the road
Manual – taking your hands off the wheel
Cognitive – taking your mind off driving
Common forms of distraction include:
Texting or reading messages
Talking on the phone (even hands-free)
Eating or drinking
Adjusting the radio, AC, or GPS
Reaching for objects
Talking to passengers
Daydreaming or being emotionally distracted
Texting while driving is especially dangerous because it combines all three types of distraction. According to national safety data, looking at a phone for five seconds while driving 55 mph is like traveling the length of a football field with your eyes closed.
Where These Accidents Happen in Burnet County
Distracted driving crashes can happen anywhere, but they’re especially common in areas with frequent stops, high speeds, or heavy traffic. We’ve represented clients injured in distracted driving accidents in places like:
Highway 281 and Highway 29 through Burnet and Marble Falls
Downtown intersections and school zones in Burnet
FM roads and rural highways where drivers often feel falsely “safe” to glance at their phones
Residential neighborhoods where pedestrians, cyclists, and kids are at greater risk
Near lakes and parks like Lake Buchanan and Inks Lake State Park, especially during tourist season
No matter where your accident occurred, we’re prepared to investigate and build a strong case on your behalf.
Proving the Driver Was Distracted
One of the biggest challenges in these cases is proving the other driver was distracted. Most drivers won’t admit they were texting or paying attention to something else. But with the right legal strategy, we can gather evidence to support your claim, including:
Cell phone records showing usage at the time of the crash
Surveillance footage from traffic or security cameras
Dashcam video, if available
Witness testimony from passengers or bystanders
Accident reconstruction experts who can analyze skid marks, crash angles, and braking patterns
The at-fault driver’s own admissions in police reports or post-accident statements
We take these cases seriously and know how to uncover the truth — even when the distracted driver tries to deny responsibility.
Injuries Caused by Distracted Driving Accidents
Because distracted drivers often fail to brake or swerve in time, their crashes tend to be high-impact and cause serious injuries. Common injuries include:
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
Whiplash and soft tissue injuries
Spinal cord damage and back injuries
Broken bones
Facial trauma and disfigurement
Internal bleeding or organ damage
Psychological trauma and PTSD
We work closely with medical providers to understand the full extent of your injuries and ensure that your claim includes both current and future damages.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
If you’ve been hit by a distracted driver in Burnet County, you may be eligible to recover compensation for:
Emergency medical treatment and hospital bills
Follow-up care, rehab, and therapy
Lost income and reduced earning ability
Vehicle repair or replacement
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Loss of enjoyment of life
Permanent disability or disfigurement
If the other driver’s behavior was especially reckless, we may also pursue punitive damages to hold them accountable and send a message.
Why Legal Representation Matters
Insurance companies know that distracted driving is a major cause of crashes — but they’ll still do everything they can to minimize your claim. They may:
Claim your injuries aren’t that serious
Argue you were partially at fault
Offer a quick, lowball settlement
Deny coverage based on technicalities
You don’t have to fight them alone. We provide aggressive advocacy and personalized legal representation from start to finish.
Get the Help You Need. Contact a Burnet Distracted Driving Lawyer.
At the Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker, we’re committed to helping crash victims in Burnet County get real answers and real results. We offer:
Free consultations
No fees unless we win
Direct access to your attorney
Compassionate support every step of the way
If you or a loved one has been injured by a distracted driver in Burnet, Marble Falls, Bertram, or the surrounding areas, contact us today.
Call now or fill out our online form to schedule your free case consultation.