Road rage is a growing problem in the U.S., and many people are injured or killed every year as a result of aggressive driving or acts of road rage. If you were involved in an incident that resulted from aggressive driving or road rage, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the driver who caused it.
The main thing to remember is that filing a lawsuit will likely take time, effort and money. If you’re not sure that your case has merit or if it’s worth taking on this extra work, consider speaking with an experienced lawyer before making any decisions about pursuing legal action.
In this article, we take a look at whether you can sue a driver for a road rage accident in Nevada. Stay with us for more details and clarifications.
Road Rage Accidents are Increasing
Road rage is a serious problem. In 2018, there were over 200 road rage-related deaths in the U.S., an increase of 40 percent from 2017. Those numbers don’t include the countless other people who were injured or suffered emotional trauma as a result of being involved in a road rage accident.
What is Road Rage?
Road rage is a term used to describe aggressive driving. Road rage can be verbal or physical, intentional or unintentional, the result of a simple misunderstanding or a serious mistake.
If someone commits an act like this out of anger or frustration at being cut off by another vehicle on the highway, there may not be much sympathy from judges.
Signs of Road Rage or Aggressive Driving
A driver who is behaving aggressively can be hard to spot. They may not be driving erratically but instead give you the impression that they’re angry with you.
Here are some signs:
- Driving too closely – If someone is tailgating you, or driving right up on your bumper, it’s probably because they’re trying to intimidate you into moving aside. They may even try to run into your car if they think this will make you move out of their way faster!
- Swerving or cutting off other drivers – This is another common tactic used by road ragers who want others off their tail–they’ll swerve into another lane in order to get ahead of the car they’re angry at (or behind). It could also mean that someone has been cut off by another driver who refuses to let them pass through an intersection first; this could lead either party down a dangerous path where both parties refuse each other passage until one finally gives way…and then things get ugly fast!
- Honking horns loudly and repeatedly at other cars – Even though it might seem like nothing more than an annoyance now when done by someone else’s horn during rush hour traffic jams.
Can I Sue Someone for a Road Rage Accident?
If you’re the victim of a road rage incident, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries and damages. The amount of compensation will depend on the circumstances surrounding your case.
If someone else caused your injuries in a road rage accident, they may be legally responsible for them under Nevada law. If so, then you can sue that person for damages in court — but only if there’s evidence showing that their actions were negligent or reckless (meaning they acted unreasonably).
If you were injured as the result of an incident involving aggressive driving or an act of road rage, you may be able to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries and damages.
If you’ve been involved in a car accident and want to know what steps to take next, it’s important that you speak with an experienced attorney right away. The sooner that happens, the better chance they’ll have at building a strong case on your behalf.
Conclusion
If you were injured as the result of an incident involving aggressive driving or an act of road rage, you may be able to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries and damages. If you need help with this process or are unsure about whether you have grounds for a lawsuit, please contact a personal injury attorney who can help guide you through the legal process so that your rights are protected.
The Bourassa Law Group has extensive experience in dealing with car accidents in Nevada. Don’t wait—seek legal help today! So, call us at (800)870-8910 for a free consultation to learn about our legal services, and let us help you get the compensation you deserve.
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