Who is responsible for a car pile-up?
If you have been involved in a pile-up and it is unclear who the responsible party is, you need one of our Lake Charles car accident lawyers to review your case and pursue your legal rights carefully. The Johnson Firm understands what a stressful time this may be for you, and we are prepared to walk you through the process.
Can a car accident attorney investigate who is responsible for a pile-up?
A car pile-up accident scene can look like a disaster zone and may seem impossible for anyone to prove who is actually at fault. An attorney can file motions to ensure all evidence is collected. Your car accident attorney will look for the following evidence when investigating the pile-up:
- Statements from all drivers
- Accident scene photos
- Official police report
- Eyewitness statements
- Weather conditions
- Photos of all damage
- Video footage
Who is liable in a car pile-up?
Possible causes of car pile-ups can include:
- Tailgating
- Rubbernecking
- Distracted driving
- Reckless driving
- Speeding
- Poor road conditions
- Vehicle malfunctions
- Driving under the influence
Many pile-up accidents can result from a few of these occurring concurrently. Typically, the combination of these causes makes finding fault in chain reaction car accidents difficult.
Liable parties are typically based on the size of the pile-up and the number of cars involved. Responsible parties can generally include:
- The driver who initiated the accident
- A driver not paying attention and following too closely behind
- Government entities responsible for maintaining roadways
Who is liable in a car pile-up to recover compensation?
It is incredibly important for the right person to be held liable in a car pile-up. To collect your damages, you have the burden of proof. With the help of your attorney, you must prove which driver (or drivers) caused the accident and is, therefore, legally responsible for the pile-up.
Louisiana is a comparative fault-based state for pile-ups and other car accidents. This means the person who acted negligently is liable for the damages if they are at fault. With pile-ups, this can become more complicated. If more than one party is responsible, those drivers will share liability and be held financially responsible for the portion of the accident they caused.
Get help from Lake Charles’ leading car accident law firm today
The Johnson Firm is a leading car accident law firm specializing in personal injury cases. Our car accident attorney has the resources to thoroughly investigate the crash and hire the necessary experts to determine liability in your multi-vehicle pile-up. They will gather all available evidence to prove which driver was at fault and help you recover the financial compensation you need to move forward and reach a full physical recovery.
Contact The Johnson Firm today at (337) 433-1414 or use our secure contact form to connect with one of our skilled car accident attorneys and schedule your free consultation*.
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