New York legislature passed a watered down bill on texting. Basically one can’t be stopped and ticketed for it unless there is another reason for a stop, such as speeding, reckless lane change, etc. Look at the story/video in the New York Times which discusses the law in England, where texting drivers can be jailed in extreme circumstances, such as causing death of others on the road. Texting by car and truck drivers causes thousands of wrecks and needless deaths annually.

3 Signs of a Brain Injury After a Car Accident
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and concussions are common after a car accident. However, they can be overlooked for a few reasons. First, emergency doctors aren’t looking for subtle signs of a brain injury—they’re making sure you’re not suffering from life-threatening injuries.

