While, many people may enjoy rainy weather, rainy weather also becomes a problem for drivers and often times lead to traffic accidents. Particularly, rainy weather is a reason for most hydroplaning accidents.
Hydroplaning is a term describing “sliding and skidding” of a vehicle across a wet surface. It also means the vehicle’s tires contact more water, causing them to displace and lose traction. This causes drivers to lose control over the brakes of the vehicle.
The main cause of the accidents is bad weather. However, there is also another reason for such accidents. Mechanical reasons can also cause them. Particularly, poor tire tread or poor tire pressure can lead to failure to keep control over the car. Among such factors, a driver’s negligence can cause car accidents.
Particularly, drivers must not exceed the speed of a vehicle in bad weather conditions, and failing to slow down can lead to a hydroplane accident. However, others can also be responsible for the accident, which is a ground for the driver to seek compensation for damages.
Aside from the negligent party, road defects can often cause hydroplane accidents. As such, the government may also be an at-fault party in hydroplane accidents if there was a defect in the road. The government must design and construct roads to maintain safety and prevent dangerous road incidents. In the event you believe that a hydroplane accident was caused by defective road conditions, you must file a California government tort claim within 6 months of the accident with the appropriate government agency.
Other drivers’ negligence can also lead to the occurrence of hydroplane accidents.
Cases involving dangerous roads are specific and complex. Proving that a badly constructed road caused your accident can be very challenging. In other words, it can be difficult, but at the same time essential to prove the direct link between your accident and negligence of, for instance, governmental bodies.
Collecting evidence after an auto accident is important. As such, you should do the following:
The court usually evaluates compensation based on the accident’s impact on your health and financial conditions.
In the event you suffered injuries due to a hydroplane car accident, you can expect to receive compensation for:
Based on the complexity of the case, it is mandatory to have a professional lawyer on your side to assist with the evidence-gathering process and support your claim.
While many aquaplaning accidents occur unexpectedly, there are preventative measures that can be taken. They can significantly reduce the risk of aquaplaning. Check tire pressure and tire wear regularly. It is also important to avoid sharp turns and braking on wet roads, and to slow down at the first sign of rain. This is when the asphalt becomes particularly slippery due to the mixture of water and road dust.
In California, insurance companies play a key role in personal injury claims. However, insurance adjusters often try to minimize their payouts. Especially when it comes to disputed fault. It is important to remember that your insurance company’s claims can be used against you. For this reason, it is highly recommended that you first consult with an attorney.
Aquaplaning accident victims should be aware of the statute of limitations. In California, it is two years from the date of the accident. If you are filing a lawsuit against a government entity, you must first file a claim within six months. Failure to meet these deadlines may disqualify you from receiving compensation. Contact KAASS LAW if you have any questions regarding aquaplaning. We are ready to help you protect your rights and seek justice.
If you or a loved one have been injured in a hydroplaning car accident, we invite you to contact KAASS LAW (310) 943-1171 for a free consultation with a Los Angeles auto accident attorney today. Our attorneys will help you determine the liable party and proceed accordingly.
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