Q: If a big truck had an accident which caused another accident are they liable for damages
Big truck was being pulled out of ditch which had traffic stopped with no warnings
A: It is difficult to tell based on these facts alone. There has to be fault, that is, someone did they something they shouldn't or failed to do something they should have.
Andrew Charles Burrell agrees with this answer
A: Your question is not a simple one to answer. It is possible depending on the full facts of the accident that the trucking company could be found liable, but it also depends on the facts of your accident. At this point, I would advise you to contact an attorney and discuss what options you have in regards to your claim.
A: It could hinge on the interpretation of what you describe as, "caused another accident." Depending on the facts and circumstances, that's something that everyone involved could disagree on. It could sometimes require an investigation or attorney consult. Good luck
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
