Hands-on phone use behind the wheel is no longer treated as a minor lapse in judgment. In New York and a growing list of other states, a single decision to tap your screen can expose you to fines that ...

A clear guide to U.S. laws on watching screens in your car, including smartphones, built-in displays, and rear-seat systems.

31 states and the District of Columbia now enforce a certain distracted driving law—and three states have joined this movement in the last few months. Most states have strict laws in place to prevent ...

MANITOWOC – New teen drivers are often told not to use their cell phones while the vehicle is in drive. Is it a safety measure or illegal? While it may be tempting to pick up your phone while waiting ...

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You're stopped at a red traffic light and your phone pings. You instantly move to pick up the phone and check the text or ...