subject: Liability In Accidental Property Damages [print this page] A negligent person will ultimately be held responsible for the damages caused by his wrongdoings. This means that a victim of an accident can file claims for his damaged property which will cover the repair or replacement expenses.
Possible Liable Parties
The liability of an accident may rest upon a person, or a group of liable parties, depending on the nature of the accident. If there would be two or more parties that are responsible for an accident, the extent of the damage they caused will determine the amount that they will pay to the victims.
A good example would be the case of multiple car collision. Lets say Motorist A caused 75% of damages and Motorist B caused the other 25%, then, the amount that they should pay will be 75%-25% of the total damages, respectively.
Here are parties that can be held responsible in accidents:
Drivers. Motorists are responsible for their driving behavior and so they should be cautious as these accidents remain to be the leading cause of accidental deaths in the nation.
Product Manufacturers. Makers of vehicles and other products should make sure that they test and produce a product that will not present any harm to their consumers.
Establishment Owners. Administrators of private establishments will be held responsible for any damaged property caused by harmful factors in their property.
The above people often cause fire accidents, vehicle collisions, fall accidents, and defective products among others which will endanger not only your property but your life as well. It is best to hire a personal injury lawyer who can represent you or negotiate out-of-court settlements that will cover the repairs for the damaged property.
To avoid being involved in accidents and liability similar to this, you must always make sure that no one will be harmed by your actions and that your products are of high quality to avoid paying expensive settlements and compensatory damages.
Accidents Causing Damages
There are different accidents which can cause property damages. They are:
Fire Accidents These are often caused by faulty electrical wirings and other things that could have been prevented with enough caution.
Vehicular Collisions Cars make travelling very easy for motorists and commuters and so driving must be taken seriously to avoid accidents.
Fall Accidents Uneven paths or unstable floorings can cause property damages and physical injuries to guests of the establishment.
Defective Products Product manufacturers will cover the expenses caused by an accident which resulted from their defective product.
Construction Site Accidents Falling debris often lands on cars, and thus, causes damage.
If you are involved in any of the above cases, it is best to immediately contact a lawyer who will represent you and be efficient in handling both the out-of-court settlements and the legal procedures.
