When most people think of fatal car accidents, they think of drunk drivers or people under the influence of drugs like heroin or cocaine. They also think of drivers of 18 wheelers that fall asleep at the wheel. While all of these types of situations can, and do, end up causing fatal accidents, one of the leading causes is distracted drivers.

Some of the most common things that distract drivers are things like texting while driving and having in-depth phone conversations (not hands-free). Nearly everyone agrees and realizes that both of those things mentioned are definitely not things that you should do while you drive, here are a few others that people may not consider distractions but definitely can be. Things like eating while driving, putting on make-up, and physically disciplining children either in the back or front seats.

A few other rare distractions, but ones that have been reported to cause fatal accidents are, watching television or DVD's while driving, reading while driving and attempting to conduct acts of a sexual nature while driving.

Though some of examples mentioned above may sound hilarious, it is no laughing matter when someone dies because of a distracted driver. Imagine if you will that someone spilling a hot cup of McDonald's coffee in their lap while driving at typical highway speeds. It's very easy to see how something as simple as spilling a cup of hot coffee in your lap can create a distraction large enough to make a drive swerve outside of their lane and hit another car that may in turn cause multiple vehicles to crash and potentially cause a fatality.

Of course no one is suggesting that you shouldn't be able to drink a cup of coffee while driving; the point is that many different things can lead to distractions while driving, so it is of the utmost importance that you pay attention to what you are doing while you are driving. Distracted driving can be considered negligence in a court of law.

For those that have been injured in a car accident involving a distracted driver, it is important for you to know that compensation is available for your damages and injuries. Damages can include things like medical bills, cost of repairing your vehicle and even lost days from work. To find out what type of compensation you may be able to receive, schedule a free consultation with a professional accident lawyer in your area. A lawyer will review the specifics of your case and tell you exactly what type of compensation you might be able to receive. If your case is taken by the lawyer, they will fight for your rights to receive all the compensation that you deserve.