Ah, the smartphone. A device that simultaneously makes our lives easier and complicates them. Over the past decade, we’ve all seen smartphone use explode. Unfortunately, we’ve also seen a huge increase in accidents due to drivers distracted by their smartphones.

It’s vital for parents to talk to their teens about the dangers of texting while driving, and to be informed as well. The website Texting and Driving Safety offers an infographic filled with statistics to help steer the conversation:

Be sure to also talk to your teens about what to do if they are the victim of an accident involving a distracted driver—document everything and call Ward Law.