Jackson, MS Aggressive Driving Accidents
Motor Vehicle Crash Lawyers Assisting Residents of Jackson and Surrounding Areas
When you are driving, in addition to being aware of your actions, you have to be aware of what every other driver is doing as well. Even if you do everything just right, another person’s aggressive driving may cause a collision. When most people think of aggressive driving, they picture someone with road rage using obscene gestures and cursing as he passes by. However, actions such as tailgating, swerving in and out of traffic lanes, speeding, and passing in a no-passing zone are all considered to be aggressive driving and could lead to a car crash. If you have been injured in an aggressive driving crash, the Jackson car accident attorneys at Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz may be able to assist you with your bodily injury claim against the at-fault driver.
Recovering Compensation for an Aggressive Driving Accident in Jackson, MS
According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, 80% of drivers surveyed considered aggressive driving to be a “serious” or “extremely serious” problem that endangers them while driving. These drivers are correct, as statistics show that aggressive driving actions contribute to more than 50% of all fatal traffic collisions across the United States.
A person injured in an auto accident must prove that his or her injuries were caused by another driver’s negligence. If the at-fault driver is cited for speeding, illegal passing, or another aggressive driving offense by the Jackson Police Department, then the accident victim may be able to prove negligence under a theory of negligence per se where an act is considered negligent simply because it violated a law, such as a traffic law. However, if no citations were issued, then the accident victim may have to rely on his own testimony, the testimony of witnesses, and evidence from the scene of the wreck to prove the other driver’s negligence. It is crucial to contact an experienced Jackson attorney right after the accident to investigate your claim and preserve any evidence that helps to prove the other driver’s fault.
Mississippi follows pure comparative negligence, which means an accident victim can seek compensation from an aggressive driver even if the victim is partially at fault for the accident. In fact, under this rule, the accident victim could recover even if he or she is deemed to be more at fault for the accident than the aggressive driver, provided that causation can still be proven according to Mississippi law. It is not uncommon for an aggressive driver to point the finger at the victim after a car accident. The defendant may not want his insurance premiums to rise and thus may deny any responsibility for the accident. If an aggressive driver tries to place the blame on you after an accident, consult a knowledgeable attorney who can help you fight to hold the defendant driver responsible for his actions.
Seek the Advice of an Aggressive Driving Accident Attorney in Jackson
Aggressive driving accidents in Mississippi are far too common and often cause catastrophic or deadly injures. If you have been the victim of aggressive driving, you should retain the car accident lawyers at Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz. We have more than 30 years of experience, and our lawyers have recovered more than $1.5 billion for our injured clients. We represent people throughout the South, including in Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, and Arkansas. Our firm serves the greater Jackson, Mississippi area, including residents of Pearl, Ridgeland, Canton, and Madison. Contact us by calling 800-LAW-4004 or by completing our online form for a free consultation with one of our car wreck lawyers. Let us show why NST is the way to go.
Consult a Personal Injury Lawyer in Memphis or the Surrounding Regions
If you are dealing with a devastating injury or medical condition, the Memphis personal injury attorneys at Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz can evaluate and explain your options. Our firm has 30 attorneys and more than 100 staff members, and we serve injured people in many areas of Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kentucky, including Memphis, Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Jonesboro, Little Rock, Jackson, Meridian, Tupelo, Columbus, Grenada, Starkville, Oxford, Hayti, and Caruthersville. Contact our office toll-free by calling 800-529-4004 or by completing our online form to set up a free consultation with a personal injury, workers’ compensation, or Social Security Disability lawyer. Once you have learned more about our vigorous advocacy for the rights of the injured, you will realize that NST is the way to go.
125 South Congress St
Suite 1300
Jackson, MS 39201
Phone: 601-362-5222
Fax: 601-991-3465
