Liability for injuries or damages due to an automobile accident depends on many factors, like if someone was driving in the wrong lane or was driving beyond the speed limit.

The motor vehicle statutes help in deciding who is responsible for paying for the injuries or damages.

According to Common Law, a fault is something that results in an accident. 

Types of fault.

Four types of defects.

• Negligence
• Misconduct on purpose
• Recklessness and
• Strict liability.

Tortfeasor

The term “tortfeasor” is used by most insurance companies for people who are wholly or partially held responsible for an accident.

 

If more than one “tortfeasor” is involved, then damages-to-be-paid are decided by state law’s provisions.

Many laws in each state regulate how a driver should drive his vehicle on roads.

If any of these statutes are violated, it is automatically assumed that the driver was negligent. Like, he was not wearing a helmet by a motorcyclist is a negligent act and can affect his liability if an accident happens.

Getting your claim reviewed by an experienced attorney can be beneficial for you.