When you are involved in a car accident with another driver, you’ll find that there are many factors involved when determining which party is liable. As such, these matters become even more complex in multi-car accidents. Because there are several drivers involved with varying stories and degrees of fault, understanding who can be held liable can be confusing. If you were injured due to the negligence of others and were injured in a multiple-vehicle accident, it’s in your best interest to keep reading. You’ll learn how a Marietta car accident lawyer can help represent you to fight for the justice you deserve during these matters.
How Do Multi-Car Accidents Happen?
On the surface, multi-car accidents have typical collision causes like drunk, distracted, or reckless driving. However, unlike typical accidents in which only two cars are involved, you’ll find that accidents involving multiple vehicles are typically because one car is forced into the back of another, thus causing a chain reaction. For example, if Car A and Car B are stopped at a stoplight, and the driver of Car C is not paying attention, they may rear-end Car B, who, in turn, rear-ends Car A.
Additionally, you’ll find that if two cars collide, one car may be forced into a lane of oncoming traffic, leading to additional collisions.
Who Can Face Liability?
Determining liability in a collision involving two vehicles can be incredibly challenging and complex. As such, trying to figure out who is responsible for an accident when three or more vehicles are involved can be overwhelming.
Generally, you’ll be able to hold multiple vehicles liable, if they are deemed responsible for the damages you’ve endured. However, in some instances, only one driver is responsible. In the aforementioned example, only Car C would be held liable for the damage to both Car A and Car B, as they are the reason for the collision.
As such, you’ll need to gather evidence to help determine responsibility. This includes taking photos and videos of the accident scene, capturing the damage to all vehicles involved, speaking with witnesses who can corroborate your version of events, and asking local home and business owners if they captured footage of the collision on a security camera.
Unfortunately, the other drivers and their insurers will likely do everything possible to evade liability for their involvement in the collision, which can quickly become a complicated legal matter. Instead of navigating these issues on your own while also healing from injuries and fulfilling your daily responsibilities, entrusting an experienced attorney with your case is recommended.
At Miller Law Practice, LLC, we understand the complexity of these matters. That’s why our team is committed to examining the evidence and helping to ensure you recover the full extent of compensation you are entitled to for the damages caused by another party. If this reflects your circumstances, you’ll want to connect with us today to learn how we can help you through these challenging times.