Car accidents happen much too often in and around San Clemente, and these accidents can have many different causes. Often, motor vehicle collisions result from another driver’s negligence, and it may be possible to file a lawsuit against that negligent driver. At the same time, car accidents can have other causes, so it is important to work with a Southern California car accident attorney to determine liability. In some cases, you may be able to file a claim against multiple parties. Consider some of the following ways in which different parties can be responsible for injuries in traffic collisions.
Driver Whose Negligence Caused the Accident
Whenever a driver gets behind the wheel of a car or truck, that driver owes a duty of care to other motorists on the road. That driver must behave reasonably behind the wheel, and that driver can be liable for any accidents and injuries resulting from careless acts or omissions. Some of the most common sources of driver negligence include distracted driving, drunk or intoxicated driving, aggressive driving behaviors, failing to obey traffic rules, and fatigued driving.