Aggressive Driving Accidents

Aggressive Driving Accidents – Frequently Asked Questions

What Are Examples of Aggressive Driving?

Some examples of aggressive driving behaviors that may be worthy of compensation when a car accident results:

• Cutting someone off without room to merge or turn
• Running a red light; failing to yield the right of way
• Excessive speeding
• Driving too fast in a pedestrian area or when conditions are dangerous
• Lane changes without sufficient space
• Tailgating; following too closely behind another vehicle
• Drag racing
• Following someone or chasing them down after perceived wrongdoing on the roads
• Blocking or boxing someone in
• Suddenly stopping the car when someone is behind them
• Running on the shoulder of the road
• Illegal turning; running lights
• Weaving in and out of lanes
• Trying to run someone off the road
• Refusing a directive from a law enforcement officer who is directing traffic
• Other kinds of reckless driving

There is a wide range of behavior that may qualify as aggressive driving. If you’re injured because of poor driving, you must take action to receive financial compensation. You may choose to have the representation of a Las Vegas aggressive driving accident attorney.

Can You Sue Someone for Aggressive Driving?

Yes, you can sue someone for aggressive driving if you are injured because of their actions. When aggressive driving behaviors fall below acceptable standards of care on the road, the victim may be able to sue. To win the claim, the victim must show that the driver’s behavior was unreasonable and that they suffered harm due to the driver’s actions.

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What Can I Win for an Aggressive Driving Lawsuit?

Here are the things that you can win for an aggressive driving lawsuit:

• Emergency room expenses
• CT scans, MRIs, blood tests, x-rays and the like
• Costs of surgery
• Doctor’s visits; follow-up visits; nursing care
• Costs of travel for medical care
• Mental health treatment
• Property damages
• Pain and suffering; emotional anguish
• Lost wages
• Lost earning capacity
• Attorneys fees

In an aggressive driving lawsuit, you may claim any kind of tangible or intangible loss that you have because of the accident. Our attorneys ensure that you include all types of compensation in your claim.

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Isn’t an Aggressive Driving Lawsuit a Criminal Case?

It’s possible that a case can be both criminal and civil. If you’re the victim of an aggressive driver, it’s possible that the defendant will face criminal charges. Having the defendant answer in a court of law is important. However, it’s typically not enough for the victim to receive the monetary compensation that they deserve.

The purpose of a criminal claim is not to compensate the victim; it is to have the defendant answer to society for their actions. For you to receive a finding of responsibility and full financial compensation, including pain and suffering, you must bring a civil claim. Whether or not there is a criminal action because of what occurred, you may (and you must) bring a civil claim to receive fair compensation when you’re hurt because of aggressive driving.

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