New Jersey Drivers Rank Among Most Distracted in America

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According to a recent study by the Bader Scott Law Firm, New Jersey has been ranked as the 5th worst state in the U.S. for distracted driving, with distracted driving accounting for 26.72% of all motor vehicle fatalities in the state. The study found that distracted driving is a major issue nationwide, with 9 people dying in traffic accidents caused by distracted driving every day.

Why it matters

Distracted driving is a growing concern across the country, with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reporting 3,308 people killed due to distracted driving in 2022. The high ranking of New Jersey on the list of most distracted driving states highlights the need for increased awareness and enforcement efforts to improve road safety in the state.

The details

The Bader Scott Law Firm's study gathered data from the NHTSA and other federal agencies to analyze distracted driving trends across the U.S. in 2024. The research found that 42% of distracted driving accidents involve motorists between the ages of 20 and 39. New Jersey is the only Northeastern state to land on the top 10 list of worst states for distracted driving, with automotive fatalities caused by distracted driving accounting for over a quarter of all motor vehicle fatalities in the state.

• The Bader Scott Law Firm recently completed an extensive study about Distracted Driving in the United States in 2024.
• According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 3,308 people killed due to Distracted Driving in 2022.