The scourge of reckless driving

Accidents are not always easy to avoid on South Carolina roads, as weather and other conditions may create hazards. In other cases, some drivers disregard the safety of fellow travelers. Making a lane change without using a turn signal might cause a crash, and so can other seemingly minor moving violations. Things could become dramatically worse when someone decides to drive recklessly and put others in danger. Reckless driving and its dangers Reckless driving involves behaviors on the road that blatantly disregard the welfare of pedestrians, motorcyclists, bicyclists, and other vehicle occupants. A reckless driver operates the vehicle in a manner prone to causing disastrous accidents. Such crashes risk fatal injuries. Sadly, many drivers behave recklessly on the road without incident and develop confidence in their troubling behavior. Their recklessness doesn’t stop until a compelling reason, such as an arrest or wrongful death lawsuit, brings severe consequences. Reckless driving takes several forms, with speeding and tailgating being too top examples. All-too-common is lane-splitting, driving on the shoulder, and blowing through red lights. Weaving in and out of traffic at high speeds also raises danger levels. Impaired drivers may present some of the worst risks. Someone under the influence of alcohol and drugs may be so impaired that avoiding a collision could be near impossible. The civil consequences of reckless driving Motor vehicle accidents caused by negligence may leave the liable party facing a lawsuit. A drunk driver or a tractor-trailer operator engaged in dangerous tailgating may find a very unsympathetic jury in a civil trial. Victims or their families would likely seek as much compensation as possible for their harm. An insurance policy’s liability coverage might pay for the medical bills, property damage, and bodily harm a victim experiences. Sometimes, suing beyond policy limits proves appropriate given the circumstances.The post The scourge of reckless driving first appeared on The Law Office of Daryl G. Hawkins, LLC.