Reckless Driving as a Cause of Auto Accidents by:Mark Dacanay

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One of the main causes of auto accidents in Los Angeles is reckless driving

. In fact there are about 5,000 deaths attributed to reckless behavior that resulted in a vehicle collision.

Reckless driving, under California state laws, is considered a neglectful action especially if it results in an injury or death of another person.

Getting behind a wheel entails responsibilities to keep him/her self and others safe from harm. However, a lot of drivers are not aware that some of their habits can be considered as reckless driving.

Here are some actions that may be considered as reckless driving which can result to auto accidents that can cause injuries and death to another person:
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Driving at speeds that are above the posted speed limit

Driving at speeds way below the posted speed limit

Swerving in and out of lanes

Aggressive lane changes

Not using turn signals

Driving while talking on a cell phone

Driving while there are distractions inside the car

Driving while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or both

Driving while sleepy or drowsy

Road rage

Engaging in drag racing and drifting

In the event that you are injured in an auto accident as a result of reckless driving by another motorist, then you may be entitled to some compensation.

Aside from physical injuries ranging from minor scrapes, cuts and bruises to major injuries such as head and spinal injuries; you may also suffer from non-physical injuries such as emotional and mental trauma, not to mention the lost income from taking time off work and the build-up of medical expenses.

The good thing is that State and federal laws provide avenues for you to go after the liable party and have them pay damages for the injuries you suffered.

However, it is easier said than done. Insurance companies are known to take all measures to avoid doling out huge amounts for claims.

Insurance adjusters are paid to do one thing, find ways to pay you less if any at all.

This is where an expert auto accident lawyer comes in.

A good auto-accident lawyer form a reputable law firm has generally spent years handling cases similar to your own.

The auto accident lawyer could help you answer the difficult questions thrown at you by the defendant's insurance company and they could also initiate negotiations so that opposing parties can arrive at a fair settlement.

An auto accident lawyers should make sure that you get:

A thorough medical evaluation

Medical care for all injuries sustained because of the accident

Ongoing care in case of disability

Payment for property damages and medical bills

Reimbursement of lost income

Reimbursement of lost earning capacity

Payment for physical, emotional and mental trauma if applicable

Payment for damages in case of wrongful death
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If no settlement is reached, the auto accident lawyer can then help in filing the necessary personal injury charges and represent you in court.

A settlement can still be reached; however, it has to be approved by the courts.

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To pursue claims for injuries caused by auto accident, get help from our expert Los Angeles auto accident lawyers. Log on to our website at http://www.mesrianilaw.com/ and avail of our free case analysis.

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