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What if the Other Driver in a Car Accident Denies Liability?

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It is bad enough to deal with the consequences of another driver’s negligence. It can be frustrating to deal with vehicle repairs and medical bills. The situation can get more frustrating when the other driver denies liability. Fortunately, if you are in a Florida car accident and the other driver refuses to accept responsibility for the crash, you still have the legal right to pursue damages. When the other driver in a car accident refuses to accept responsibility for the accident, it leads to a dispute, but it does not mean you can’t pursue damages. However, when the other driver denies liability, it prolongs the case. The case becomes more complicated. The good news, however, is that you can still recover compensation for your injuries and damages. This article discusses the steps to take if the other driver in a car accident denies liability.

What Should You Do if the Other Driver in a Car Accident Denies Liability?

At-fault drivers deny liability after an accident for various reasons. One of the most common reasons for denying liability is to avoid the legal and financial consequences associated with being responsible for an accident. A driver might deny liability to protect their own financial interests. In other cases, a driver might deny liability because they genuinely believe they are not at fault. So what can you do if the other driver denies liability? The following are the crucial steps to take if the other driver in a car accident refuses to accept responsibility for the accident;

Seek Legal Help

If you are involved in a car accident, and the other at-fault party denies liability, ensure you contact a car accident attorney as soon as possible. A lawyer who specializes in car accident cases can help you understand your legal rights and options. They can help you understand the best course of action to take.

Gather Evidence

To prove that the other driver’s negligence led to your accident and injuries, you need to support your case with as much evidence as possible. If it is possible, collect evidence at the accident scene. Take pictures at the accident scene, including pictures of the vehicles involved, traffic conditions, weather conditions, skid marks (if any), debris, and road signs. If the police were called to the accident scene, request a copy of the police report. Police reports often include the officer’s assessment of who was at fault based on the information gathered at the scene.

Talk to Witnesses

If anyone witnessed your accident, talk to them and ask if they would be willing to provide a statement supporting your claims.

Can I Recover Compensation if I am Partially at Fault for My Accident?

Even if you are partially to blame for your Florida car accident, you may still be eligible for compensation. Florida’s modified comparative negligence law allows you to recover compensation in a car accident claim if you are less than 50% at fault for the accident.  However, if you are partially at fault, your compensation will be reduced based on your percentage of fault.

Contact Us for Legal Help

Our Orlando personal injury attorneys at The Pendas Law Firm can help if the other driver in your car accident denies liability. Contact us to schedule a free consultation.

The Pendas Law Firm also represents clients in the Miami, Ocala, West Palm Beach, Daytona Beach, Bradenton, Tampa, Jacksonville, Naples, Melbourne, Fort Myers, and Fort Lauderdale areas.

By Pendas Law Firm | Posted on February 14, 2024

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