Proving Fault for a Vehicle Accident

Car Accidents: Proving Fault

The success of a car accident claim often hinges on showing that the other driver was to blame for the crash.

Common Causes of Car Accidents

A look at different examples of driver error and other causes of vehicle accidents.

Car Accidents Caused by Cell Phone Use

You may be liable for a car accident if you were using a cell phone or other device while driving.

Car Accidents and Police Reports

What does the police report contain, and how is it used during a car accident settlement or lawsuit?

Car Accidents Caused by a Medical Emergency

How does liability work when the other driver blacks out or has a heart attack?

Are Employers Liable for Employees' Car Accidents?

When an employee causes an accident while performing a work-related task, the employer may be on the legal hook for resulting injuries and property damage.

What is Proximate Cause in a Car Accident Case?

Learn how fault for a car accident often comes down to figuring out whose conduct was the "proximate cause" of the crash.

Rear-End Collisions Caused by Faulty Brakes

One possible exception to the rear-end collision rule -- which says the tailing driver is always liable -- is when the crash was caused by faulty brakes.

Car Accident Liability for Disabled and Restricted Drivers

When a driver has a disability and/or certain restrictions on their driving privileges, it can become a factor in a car accident injury claim.

Fault in Side Impact (T-Bone) Car Accidents

After a traffic accident in which one vehicle "t-bones" another, it's not always obvious who was at fault for the crash.

Tips for Taking Car Accident Scene Photos

Photos are the best way to paint a picture of the car accident scene and preserve visual evidence for your injury claim or lawsuit.

Car Accident Defenses: Contributory and Comparative Negligence

Your financial recovery may be limited if your own negligence played a part in causing your accident.

Car Accidents Caused by Negligence

Understanding the legal theory behind the "Who was at fault?" question in car accident cases.

Can I Be Liable for Someone Else's Driving?

Employers, parents, and people who loan their car out could be liable for a car accident.

What If My Car Accident Was Caused by Drowsy Driving?

It can be an uphill battle to prove that your accident was caused by a drowsy driver, but there are some indicators that can help you establish the other driver's liability.

What if I black out and cause a car accident?

Some states recognize the “sudden medical emergency defense,” which can relieve a driver from liability when they suffer an unforeseen medical emergency that causes a car accident. Here's what you need to prove to avoid financial responsibility.

Driver Liability for Car Accidents: How Fault Works in Car Accidents

When you're at fault for a car accident, the consequences depend on where you live (in a "fault" or "no-fault" state) and the details of your car insurance policy.

Parking Lot Accident Laws and Liability

When you're in a parking lot accident, fault for the crash isn't usually clear-cut. Here are some key issues to consider.

Is Fault Automatic in a Rear-End Car Accident Case?

The tailing driver is usually -- but not always -- at fault for a rear-end accident. Learn more.

I disagree with the police report that was written up after my car accident. What can I do?

After a car accident, especially where drivers or anyone else have been injured, a law enforcement officer may come to the scene and prepare a police report.

I Hit a Parked Car & Left a Note, but Haven't Heard Anything. Am I Still Liable?

A look at the legal and financial implications of hitting a parked car.

Do I Need a Lawyer for a Car Accident That Wasn't My Fault?

Even if you didn’t cause your car accident, you may still need a lawyer to protect your rights and help you get the best result.

If I Wasn’t Wearing a Seatbelt, Can I Still Make a Car Accident Injury Claim?

An in-depth look at how an injured driver or passenger's failure to wear a seatbelt could affect a car accident injury claim against the at-fault driver.

Disputing Fault In a Car Accident Case

Successfully disputing a fault finding in a car accident case can mean the difference between a fair settlement and a denied claim.

Fault in "Chain Reaction" Car Accidents

Some rear-end car accidents involve a "chain" of multiple vehicles all colliding with one another. Who's liable for this kind of crash?

Car Accidents: Determining Fault by Location of Damage

Damage to the vehicles involved in an accident can often help tell the story of who was at fault for the crash.

How to Win a 'He Said, She Said' Car Accident Case

How to build your best car accident case when it's your word against the other driver's.