Aggressive Driving Accidents

Aggressive driving accidents are a serious concern on the roads, often leading to severe injuries and damage. Whether it’s reckless speeding, tailgating, or weaving through traffic, these dangerous behaviors can cause life-altering collisions. If you've been injured in an accident involving an aggressive driver, it's crucial to understand your rights and the legal steps available to hold the responsible party accountable. At Foran & Foran, P.A., our dedicated team of attorneys has approximately 85 years of combined experience advocating for accident victims in Prince George’s County. We know Maryland personal injury law inside and out, and we’re committed to helping you pursue the compensation you deserve. Whether through settlement or litigation, we’ll fight tirelessly to achieve a just outcome for your case.

Aggressive driving refers to reckless or dangerous behavior on the road that puts others at risk. This type of driving is usually fueled by frustration, impatience, or anger. Some common examples of aggressive driving include:

• Tailgating: Driving too closely behind another vehicle to intimidate the driver or force them to move faster.
• Speeding: Exceeding the speed limit or driving too fast for road conditions, especially in heavy traffic or during inclement weather.
• Weaving in and out of traffic: Frequently changing lanes without signaling or cutting off other drivers.
• Running red lights or stop signs: Disregarding traffic signals in an attempt to get ahead, even if it endangers others.
• Road rage: Road rage is an extreme case of aggressive driving where a driver might yell, make obscene gestures, or even engage in physical altercations with other drivers.

These dangerous behaviors can easily lead to accidents, causing injuries or even fatalities. If you’ve been injured by an aggressive driver, it’s important to understand your legal options.

In Maryland, aggressive driving is considered negligence, which means the aggressive driver can be held responsible for any accidents they cause. To establish liability, you will need to show that the other driver engaged in reckless or aggressive behavior and that this behavior led to the accident and your injuries.

It is important to note that Maryland follows the rule of contributory negligence, which means that if you are found even slightly at fault for the accident, you may not be able to recover damages. This is why it’s important to gather evidence that clearly shows the aggressive driver’s fault.

An experienced Prince George’s County car accident attorney with Foran & Foran, P.A. can help you build a compelling case for recovery that maximizes your damages.

If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by aggressive driving, you may be entitled to several types of damages through a Maryland car accident lawsuit. These damages are designed to compensate you for the physical, emotional, and financial impact the accident has had on your life.

• Medical expenses: This includes the cost of hospital stays, surgeries, physical therapy, prescription medications, and any other medical treatments related to your injury.
• Lost wages: If your injuries caused you to miss work or reduced your earning capacity, you may be entitled to compensation for lost income.
• Pain and suffering: Accidents caused by aggressive drivers can lead to serious injuries, including long-term pain and emotional distress. Compensation for pain and suffering is meant to address the impact the accident has on your quality of life.
• Property damage: In addition to personal injuries, aggressive driving accidents often cause significant damage to vehicles. You may be able to recover the cost of repairs or the value of your vehicle if it was totaled in the accident.

Aggressive driving accidents can lead to devastating injuries and emotional trauma—all because another driver lost their temper behind the wheel. If you or a loved one has been hurt in an aggressive driving accident, you don’t have to go through the recovery process alone. At Foran & Foran, P.A., we are dedicated to helping accident victims in Prince George’s County seek justice and compensation for what they’ve been through. To learn more and to schedule a free consultation today, call us at 301-441-2022, or you can connect with us through our secure online contact form. We also represent clients in Hyattsville, Bowie, Upper Marlboro, Waldorf, La Plata, Silver Spring, Rockville and the surrounding areas.