Have you gotten into an accident with a driver who treated the road like a personal racetrack? Speeding, swerving, and cutting off other drivers are the hallmarks of aggressive driving. What’s even more strange is that most of them have nothing against you – they just want to get where they’re going as fast as possible.
Whether an aggressive driver was fueled by rage or was simply rushing to an appointment, you have the right to pursue that person for compensation for the injuries and property damage you suffered.
The car accident attorneys at Collins Law channel their aggression into fighting for the best results for our clients. Our relentless approach has yielded outstanding results, and we are ready to hear your aggressive driving accident story.
When you first hear the term aggressive driving, you may think of a raging driver, shaking his or her fist, and driving dangerously close to intimidate you. However, that’s road rage, and while these concepts are related, they are different.
Road rage is malicious, fueled by rage at a perceived slight, anger at your driving, or someone who has an anger problem or is having a seriously bad day. It can culminate in an intentional assault, in which the enraged driver uses his or her vehicle as a weapon.
But when we talk about aggressive driving, we are not talking about recklessness fueled by rage.
When we discuss aggressive driving, we are talking about drivers who aren’t angry. They just drive recklessly, engaging in the following risky behavior as defined by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA):
Aggressive driving isn’t personal like road rage, but this doesn’t mean it is not serious. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), in 2023, improper driving (which includes aggressive driving behaviors mentioned above) was reported in more than half of all fatal crashes.
As aggressive driving accidents involve reckless behavior, the accidents that aggressive drivers cause are often more serious. Some common scenarios caused by aggressive driving include:
Serious accidents often result in catastrophic physical injuries and long-term emotional trauma. Severe injuries may include:
These injuries can seriously affect an individual’s quality of life and his or her ability to work and provide for the family. If accident victims are left permanently disabled, they may need long-term caregiver support and home adaptations.
Catastrophic injuries caused by aggressive driving can also cause severe emotional and mental trauma. Some victims may experience:
Collins Law aggressive driving accident attorneys understand the devastating impact another person’s recklessness can have on your life. We are dedicated to fighting relentlessly for significant compensation that will make a real difference to your life moving forward.
The tragedy is that aggressive driving accidents are all preventable with safe, defensive driving practices. However, if you have been injured in one of these situations, rest assured that the law is on your side and you have the right to pursue compensation.
Some states have specific laws that cover aggressive driving. In other states, it is covered by laws against speeding, tailgating, and improper lane changes. During a free consultation, a Collins Law aggressive driving accident lawyer can explain which laws apply to your accident and discuss your right to compensation.
Proving liability is essential in any personal injury case. Aggressive driving accident lawyers must build a strong case based on compelling evidence that demonstrates beyond doubt how the other driver’s aggression was the direct cause of your accident.
Potential evidence could include:
In complex cases, car crash lawyers may work with accident reconstruction specialists to prove who caused the accident.
An experienced car accident attorney will take into account the full impact of your accident when calculating a fair settlement.
There are two main types of compensation that car accident attorneys can fight for: economic and non-economic.
Economic compensation usually includes:
Depending on the circumstances of your case, non-economic compensation could include:
If your accident has resulted in long-term injuries, your lawyer may work with financial and medical experts to calculate the funds you need to support you throughout the rest of your life. You can trust experienced aggressive driving accident attorneys to leave no stone unturned as they ensure they fight for what your accident is truly worth.
After building a strong case for compensation, your aggressive driving accident lawyer will begin negotiations with the insurance companies.
It’s important to remember that the insurance company cares about profits, not about justice. Insurers want to shift the blame onto you as much as possible and pay as little as they can in compensation.
This is why you need an experienced auto accident attorney on your side. Collins Law aggressive driving accident lawyers know all the tactics insurance companies use. Our attorneys will relentlessly pursue fair compensation. And we’re more than happy to go to court if necessary.
Aggressive driving accidents are the definition of injustice. At the most vulnerable moment of your life, make sure you choose a law firm with the experience and track record to give you the best chance of success.
The Chicago firm of Collins Law has been fighting relentlessly and winning big for our clients since 1992. We have recovered $1.47 billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients. We’re ready to hear your story if you’re ready to tell it.
Schedule a free consultation with an aggressive driving accident lawyer by calling (630) 527-1595 or reaching out online today.
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