Safety Tips from The Law Offices of Michael Pines, APC: Justin Bieber Alerts Teens to the Dangers of Texting and Driving

SAN DIEGO--May 23, 2011: The Drive-Safe anti-texting software invented by PhoneGuard was designed with one purpose: to save lives and prevent accidents. And now, Justin Bieber will help the public stay safer with his endorsement of the product in an effort to protect young lives behind the wheel. The Law Offices of Michael Pines, APC brings you the following tips to keep your teens safe.

Bieber's support of the anti-texting software is well-received in tandem with other supporters like Remember Alex Brown Foundation, a charity organization that was formed after teenager Alex Brown was tragically killed in a texting accident while driving.

"We need to change the attitudes in our society toward texting and driving and I am making it one of my personal goals to make this happen," said Bieber.

The big picture: Prevent teen car accidents today

While a celebrity endorsement is always helpful in promoting a good idea, parents can be just as influential. Use the following guidelines to make sure your teen stays safe. And with summer road trips just around the corner, it's never been more important to make sure your teen does not text and drive.

Strict rules ensure teens understand the seriousness of the behavior

Many parents teach the importance of never drinking and driving -- the same principles can apply to texting and driving. And, because it's so tempting to text and drive, it's so important to stress the rules of no texting and driving on a regular basis.

Be in the know, know the law

Teens need to know that texting and driving is against the law -- with serious penalties including suspension or loss of license. An innovative program called the Graduated Driver Licensing program is an optional step parents can take to ensure teens are fully equipped with the knowhow to be a good, responsible driver with proper knowledge of the law.

About The Law Offices of Michael Pines, APC:

Since 1992, San Diego personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Michael Pines, APC have been fighting for the people. Michael Pines, founder, is San Diego's safety advocate and helps those who are injured in car accidents seek appropriate recovery. For daily safety tips, follow us on Twitter: @MichaelPines.