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When you are struck by an out-of-state driver

On Behalf of | Mar 29, 2019 | Personal Injury

There are many things to be aware of on the road, such as the various ways in which weather can impact driving conditions and the recklessness of others (drug or alcohol use behind the wheel, speeding, etc.). However, some accidents are especially unique, such as those which involve a driver who is visiting from another state. There are a number of things to keep in mind when it comes to these crashes, and you should carefully examine your legal options if their behavior caused the accident.

Drivers who are visiting from other states may be especially likely to cause a collision for a myriad of reasons. Not only may they lack familiarity with roads in the area, which could cause them to become distracted while using their GPS, but they may be tired and stressed out behind the wheel because they are traveling. However, when a driver causes an accident, they should be held responsible, whether they are a local who is intimately familiar with nearby roads or someone visiting from another state (or even a different country).

Sadly, these accidents can completely unravel a victim’s life and make things very hard for their loved ones too. In the wake of such a crash, someone may be quick to point out that they are from another state and that this played a major role in why they caused the accident. However, there is no excuse for negligent driving, and those who endanger the lives of others on the road should not be let off the hook.

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