Auto Accidents in Rockford, IL will happen for much the same reasons as they do in other parts of the country. However, each state and even some localities may have variations regarding the laws and regulations that cover both the use of motorized vehicles and the actions that have to be taken should those vehicles become involved in any kind of accident.
The Accident Pit
From a point where there is absolutely no reason to suspect that any Auto Accidents In Rockford IL are likely to occur, changes in circumstances begin that, if left untended, have the possibility of escalating into an accident. Some call this the accident pit because, once set in action, it becomes progressively harder to climb out and avoid falling into the accident that is waiting to happen at the bottom. However, if corrective action is taken from the start, the accident can be avoided. Accidents do not simply happen for no reason, accidents are caused.
Who Or What Caused The Accident?
More often than not, the police and insurance companies will be involved in investigating the causes of auto accidents in Rockford, IL and they will be doing this to ascertain and apportion blame for the accident. In some cases, the results of their inquiries may lead to criminal charges being filed or, in other cases, the evidence collected might be used in the settlement of claims being made against one and other by parties involved in the accident.
Compensation
It is obviously unfair if a totally innocent party receives injuries (up to and including death) and, then, has to pay all financial consequences arising from the accident. The same thinking would also apply to accidental damage to an innocent party’s property (any property and not just an automobile).
Your Responsibilities
The prime responsibility is to avoid falling into the accident pit in the first place. Only drive vehicles that are in a safe condition, never break any of the traffic rules and regulations, always pay attention, never allow yourself to be distracted and never drive when impaired or otherwise unfit for the task. Ideally, you should also carry adequate automobile insurance, preferably beyond any bare minimum required by law.
Even so, there will always be “the other guy” who has failed to ensure such precautions before he involves you in an accident. Assuming that you are conscious afterwards, your first responsibility is to assist the police and other authorities that arrive at the scene of auto accidents in Rockford IL. Assuming the police do not immediately suspect you of any law breaking, you need to start your own record of the events behind this accident. You will also need to record the i/d and plate number of any other vehicle/persons involved and obtain details concerning their insurance provider.
If you consider yourself to be the innocent party and intend to make acclaim for compensation, you should, as soon as possible after the event consult with a member of the legal profession. In this way, you can be advised on both your rights and your expectations.
Anyone seeking compensation for matters arising out of auto accidents in Rockford IL should contact the law office of Clark, Justen, Zucchi & Frost Ltd. You can arrange an appointment for a free initial consultation. Visit Cjzlaw.net.
