Since the world was concerned that windshield wipers would distract drivers and cause accidents with their hypnotizing effect, drivers have been given a few hundred new distractions. The latest, and most dangerous, is texting while driving. Last year in New York, 5 teenagers were kiled when a driver was texting and driving at the same time. The Chicago city council plans to take aim at the issue and ban texting while driving. This is seen as something to do to combat the epidemic of driving and texting.  Law enforcement personnel and operators of emergency vehicles would be exempt from the law. All other drivers will be prohibited from texting and surfing in their car except when the car is in a "stationary, parked position, and not in gear." Violators would face a fine of $75 for each offense and $200 if the texting involves a crash. If you have been hurt by a driver incapable of watching the road due to texting or surfing the internet while driving, contact the Chicago car accident lawyers of Friedman & Bonebrake at 312-466-8200 today.