Understanding the Basics of Consumer, Financial and Personal Injury Law

Proving Intentional Road Accidents Involving More Than One Truck, And How To Sue

Not that long ago, the news was reporting incidents of car accidents caused by groups of people who intentionally forced drivers off the road and then stop to rob them. Typically, the accidents would involve two semi drivers who would get ahead of and right behind a passenger car. A third partner in this scheme would come up alongside the other passenger car while it was fenced in by the two semis, and try to get over, thereby forcing the victim/driver to move off onto the shoulder to avoid being crushed in three directions. It was a very dangerous game, but one that earned the criminals a lot of money, credit cards, and valuable items they could sell along their driving routes. 

Once caught, these criminals not only spent time in court on their own defense, but they were sued by the victims as well. It is difficult to prove intentional road accidents, but not impossible. If you think you were the victim of an intentional car accident, first consult with an auto accident lawyer. Then do the following.

Try to Find the Person or People Who Did It

On a highway, it is tough to quickly recover from what just happened to you and grab a license plate number. It might be easier to start with what the driver was driving. The color and style of the vehicle, the make of the vehicle, and anything else relevant might help the police track down who caused your accident and sped off. At the very least, file a police report right away, while some details are still fresh in your mind. 

Even If It Is Still Safe to Drive Your Vehicle, Call a Tow Truck

Cars can appear totally safe to drive after they have been run off the road and/or smashed into a guardrail. However, there may be a lot more damage under the vehicle that you cannot see. It is smart to get a tow truck to take your vehicle to the nearest auto body shop to get a clear assessment of the damages. Get a work estimate as well, then make sure you are physically all right. 

See Your Doctor

Some car accident injuries do not show up until a day or two later, when your adrenaline levels have calmed down and you can finally feel pain. See your doctor the day after the accident and get a copy of the exam. Then give all of the above documentation to your lawyer until the person responsible is found.

Contact a law firm like St Martin & Bourque LLC for additional information.


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