Not my Fault Car Accident: When is it not your Fault?

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Not my Fault Car Accident When is it not your
Fault?
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• Many accidents are caused by speeding and
  driving under substance or drug influence.
  Reckless driving is also among the most common
  causes. While both drivers are responsible for
  collision accidents, a not my fault accident can
  happen any time. Not my fault accidents are those
  in which the offender rams into another car or
  causes it to veer off the road and get damaged
  because of careless driving. There is no need to
  worry if you get involved in a not my fault
  accident. Here are some things that will help
  determine whether you are at fault or not during
  the accident investigation.

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• Admitting liability
• If the driver who hit you says that they are
  sorry or did not see you, that can be taken as an
  admission of liability. In that case, they are
  usually taken to be at fault, meaning law
  enforcers will rule in your favour.
• Intoxication
• Substance abuse is almost always the cause of
  not my fault accidents. Alcohol impairs judgment
  and can make a driver lose control of their
  vehicle or their speed. This will eventually lead
  them to hit other cars or pedestrian. If you
  drive while intoxicated and cause an accident,
  you will be accorded the liability.

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• Rear-ending
• If your car is hit from behind by another car,
  that amounts to a not my fault accident. The
  other drivers insurance company will be liable
  for the damage and if the damage is substantial,
  you will be entitled to a replacement car.
  Rear-ending another car in front of you will
  almost always make you at fault.

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• Traffic lights
• Traffic lights are meant to control road use and
  help prevent accidents. If a driver decides to
  run a red light and hits you in the process, they
  will have to take the blame. Such accidents are
  not my fault accidents and will see you get
  compensation at the expense of the offender.

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• Not my fault accidents are unavoidable. The best
  cause of action is to approach the offender and
  get their details. Be sure to ask for their name
  and insurance policy. You can agree upon the
  liability involved and get a replacement car as
  yours is being repaired. Contact us at Not My
  Fault for a car replacement today.