How Road Rage Affects an Auto Accident Case

We’ve all witnessed angry drivers who let their emotions get the best of them. In fact, a 2024 poll found that 96% of people had seen an act of road rage in the last six months. But what happens when you’ve experienced a car accident at the fault of someone else, because of their road rage? 

Auto accidents caused by road rage can add a unique element to your legal and insurance claims, and you shouldn’t wait to seek justice for damages you’ve suffered because of someone’s recklessness. Bowman Law’s compassionate personal injury lawyers are prepared to step up and help you through the personal injury process.

What Is Road Rage in Colorado?

You might have a different definition of road rage than the next person, but Colorado law has a clear understanding of what this term really means. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) summarizes road rage as an intentional assault by a driver or passenger with a motor vehicle or a weapon that happens on a roadway or is caused by a roadway incident. Colorado Law categorizes road rage as “menacing,” or behavior that is intentionally directed at others to instill a sense of fear and make them feel at risk. It’s a class 1 misdemeanor, but if committed using a weapon, it becomes a class 5 felony.

You might be wondering: What types of actions could be classified as road rage? While this is not a comprehensive list, here are some examples:

• Passing a car on the shoulder
• Tailgating aggressively 
• Exiting a vehicle to confront others
• Cutting vehicles off abruptly
• Honking intensely without reason

Having a comprehensive understanding of what defines road rage will help you build your personal injury claim if you’ve suffered a road rage auto accident.

What Should I Do If I’m a Victim of Road Rage?

If you’ve suffered physical, emotional, or property damages because of someone else’s negligence, you don’t have to suffer alone: you likely have grounds for a personal injury claim. If you’re a victim of road rage, it’s a good idea to collect as much information about the incident as you can and contact legal support from trusted attorneys at Bowman Law. Our professionals are ready to help you navigate the legal waters of personal injury cases, including those involving road rage. 

If you file a personal injury claim, you should be prepared to collect evidence, file a claim with insurance, and ultimately prove the other party’s fault, with your attorney’s help. Regardless of the severity of your damages or the road rage act committed, you deserve an opportunity to protect your rights and feel safe on the road.

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What Evidence Do I Need to Prove Road Rage?

Proving that the other party is at fault for intentionally causing injuries or damages in a road rage case can be tricky, but that’s what Bowman Law’s personal injury lawyers are prepared to help with. While there’s no perfect blend of evidence for personal injury cases involving road rage, the following are just some examples of types of evidence you can provide to support your case:

• Causation for the accident, like details about the other driver’s behavior
• A record of damages from the accident, such as medical, property, lost wages, or pain and suffering
• Dashcam footage
• Police reports from the scene
• Photos or videos
• A record of a driver’s past road rage incidents
• Expert testimony from professionals like reconstructionists or medical experts

Having well-rounded, solid evidence for your personal injury case will help your insurance and legal support recoup the compensation you deserve. 

What Compensation Can I Get in a Road Rage Personal Injury Trial?

You’re probably wondering how much you could recoup after suffering a road rage accident because of someone’s negligence, but the truth is: There is no perfect compensation amount for personal injury cases with road rage components. Each case has its own unique circumstances and details, and amounts can range from a few thousand dollars to hundreds of thousands or more.

No matter what damages you ultimately receive from a personal injury case, having legal representation is critical. Bowman Law’s lawyers are prepared to fight for your rights and help you earn the compensation you deserve.

How Bowman Law Protects Your Rights

Dangerous driving and road rage pose serious risks to others, yet they’re all too common on roadways. Bowman Law knows that experiencing a car accident because of someone else’s negligence and road rage is emotional and overwhelming, but there is hope in recovering the damages that you’re owed. With every case they take, Bowman Law’s expert attorneys do not fail to put justice in every fight and you in every decision.