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Auto Accidents
For questions and answers on these topics: determining who is at fault; insurance; accident statistics; and, trends and automotive safety issues.
2,604 Questions
How much money do you get if you were a passenger in a car accident and it was not your fault?
Unable to answer - too little is known about the circumstances of the accident. Was the driver of the car you were in at fault? Was the driver of the other car at fault? Submit your medical claims to the appropriate insurance company and wait to be contacted for an offer.
Finding out the answer to these sorts of questions is what courts are for.
The answer depends on the details, but from the brief description given, I'm inclined toward the position that it's probably your fault, or a mixture of fault, but with you being the one mostly in the wrong. People who are backing up are supposed to take extra caution.
Is it always the fault of the driver reversing?
99% of the time yes
Added: Although there are those rare instances when it is not, the greater burden of assuring that there is clearance for the backing maneeuver falls on the driver backing up.
Is proper passing a typical collision factor?
Yes, improper passing is a common factor in vehicle collisions. It can lead to accidents when drivers attempt to overtake other vehicles without ensuring it's safe, leading to head-on collisions or sideswipes. Factors like limited visibility, speeding, and misjudgment of distance can exacerbate the risk during passing maneuvers. Therefore, adhering to traffic laws and practicing safe passing techniques are crucial for preventing such incidents.
the car that that did the original striking will pay for all damages.
Can a person that caused the car accident sue for personal injuries when it's his fault?
In the US, ANYONE can sue ANYBODY for ANYTHING. That being said, if it happens, simply turn it over to your insurance company and let them handle it - that's what you pay those high premiums for.
If you witness a car accident do you have to report it?
Depending on proximity to- say a home telephone or pay phone- I would say it would be morally incumbent upon you to do so.
You and the owner will be sued for damages, hopefully there were no injuries because if there are, your life as you now know it will be over.
There is nothing more reckless than to drive a car without insurance....
How many car crashes are caused by cell phones per year?
Cell phone distraction causes 2,600 deaths and 330,000 injuries in the United States every year
What happens when an insured car hit you and you hit another car but your car isn't insured?
If you were forced into striking another vehicle by a vehicle which struck you first, the vehicle that struck you is (usually) responsible for the entire accident.
However, if you are required to have insurance in your state, that will not get you out of any ticket becauise of your lack of insurance.
Are you at fault if the wind catches your door and hits another car?
Yes, of course! It's your car door that hit the other guy's car. You can't blame the wind. You should have been aware of the wind possibility and hekld onto the door, therefore you are to blame, even though you didn't do it on purpose. Just as you are to blame if you open your door and strike another vehicle, with or without wind.
How many car crashes are in the UK on a daily basis?
On average, there are around 500 to 600 road traffic collisions reported daily in the UK. This number can vary based on factors such as weather conditions, time of year, and traffic volume. In recent years, efforts to improve road safety have aimed to reduce the overall number of accidents. However, exact figures may fluctuate, so it's advisable to check the latest statistics from reliable sources like the Department for Transport.
How many car crashes happen each week due to an under 21?
The answer to this question could depend on the state, I am from Arkansas, and there averages about 1,204 crashes a week.
if you are asking about the entire country then the answer to that would be 120,750 each week.
Hope this helps.
The other car will have to pay for the damages using their own savings to take you in a hospital and for the repairs on your car since you don't have a car insurance yet.
Added: If you live in a state that requires you to have insurance, and you don't, you will undoubtedly be give a ticket for being an un-insured motorist.
Where does money come from in wrongful death car accident?
The insurance company of the driver "at fault,' or from their personal funds if they have no insurance.
Why do you speed up to hit a deer and not slow down?
It is shameful to speed up intentionally when one can slow down watchful of the traffic following.However if there is no option, then after hitting a deer crossing the road it is best to continue driving to avoid any fatal accidents from the traffic following.The injured deer may totter off the road or lie on the road causing accident to the oncoming drivers who may try to avoid hitting it at risk or just run over it. It is best to report about the injured deer to the highway patrol.
Subsequently the animal will be crushed or be a hazard obstacle till the highway patrol removes it.
Another View: ACTUALLY - the best advice is NOT that you speed up, but that you take your foot off the gas, but maintain your straight-ahead direction of travel and NOT try to swerve to avoid the animal.
Obviously you should not intentionally aim to strike them but, despite the above response, more accidents and injuries to HUMANS are caused by trying to swerve to avoid animals than by steadily maintaining your direction of travel.
Who fixes your car if it gets damage in a parking lot hit and run?
You do, unless the striking vehicle can be found and identified.
What happen to hybrid car if involve in accident?
The same thing that happens to any other car. There are no special provisions for hybrid vehicles.
How many people die in car crashes every 3 years?
about 900,673
most due to drunk driinh
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What happens when company vehicle hit your personal vehicle and they are at fault?
Could be a touchy subject if you happen to also work for the same company that owns the truck. they would probably be at fault, and they most likely have insurance for such an event. if they happen to not have insurance or refuse to pay, then i would start contacting small-claims lawyers.
I think it would have to be the person who hit your car because they caused your car to crash into the other car.
