Aggressive Driving Accidents
Throughout the US, aggressive drivers put everyone else at risk. In California and every other state, aggressive driving is a major cause of accidents. According to one study, nine out of every ten people feel that aggressive driving threatens their safety.
If you’re a victim of one of the many aggressive driving accidents, you could seek compensation. With the help of Bauman Law APLC, you may be able to hold the other driver accountable for their actions.
Defining Aggressive Driving
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, aggressive driving occurs when one driver commits traffic offenses that put other individuals or property in danger. This happens frequently on busy roads.
Common examples of aggressive driving are speeding, unsafe lane changes, and running red lights. Additionally, tailgating, failing to yield, and illegal passing are examples of this type of driving. Erratic or reckless driving also qualifies as aggressive driving
What is Road Rage?
Often, people refer to aggressive driving as road rage. However, they are not one in the same. Aggressive driving can become road rage when someone physically assaults an individual or vehicle. In some cases, this involves using a vehicle as a weapon.
Although aggressive driving is dangerous, road rage can be even more hazardous. Sometimes, the incidents involve firearms. The victims can experience serious injuries.
How Do Aggressive Driving Accidents Happen?
There are many different types of accidents that involve aggressive driving. However, they all stem from reckless or negligent behavior.
Speeding is one of the most common causes of this type of accident. Every year, thousands of people die from accidents that involve speeding. This is because the faster a vehicle is going, the more forceful the impact.
Speeding drivers don’t have much control over their vehicle. When you’re driving quickly, it takes you longer to come to a stop. It also makes it more difficult for you to turn or react to situations. For that reason, speeding drivers put others at risk. They have less of an ability to react to traffic patterns and road hazards.
Erratic Driving
Another common cause of aggressive accidents is erratic driving. If you are making rapid lane changes and driving at inconsistent speeds, you place other drivers at risk. They can’t predict what you will do, which could cause an accident.
Failure to Yield
Stop signs, yield signs, and merge signs are there for a reason. When an aggressive driver ignores those signs, the other drivers on the road are in danger. They might need to swerve out of their own lane in an effort to avoid hitting the aggressive driver.
Tailgating
When some drivers are in a rush, they try to pressure other vehicles to speed up by tailgating. However, that can cause an accident. You need space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. When that space is missing, you could rear-end the other vehicle.
How Can Victims Get Help?
Every driver on the road has the responsibility of driving safely. When they disregard that responsibility, the other driver should be held accountable. They may be responsible for your medical bills, car repairs, and other expenses.
If the other driver was negligent and caused the accident, you may be able to file a personal injury claim. If the claim is successful, you could receive compensation for your troubles.
By working with an attorney, you can get guidance through the claims process. First, they might try to get you a settlement offer. In the majority of claims, the other party opts to settle out of court If that doesn’t occur, then your lawyer can represent you in the courtroom.
The best way to find out about your options for compensation is to speak with an attorney. Every case is unique. Furthermore, every case is worth a different amount. Your lawyer can help you determine how strong your case is and explain more about your compensation. Contact Bauman Law APLC to get started. Our firm can get you started.