DETERMINING FAULT IN A REAR-END COLLISION
THE BIG LEAGUES DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A PROFESSIONAL BOWLER?
IT’S HARDER THAN YOU THINK!
You would think that it would be easy to determine fault in a rear-end collision. Why would the fault ever lie with the person who has been rear- ended? Well, you might be surprised to learn that there are several cases where the person who has been rear-ended is either partially or fully to blame for the accident. Here are a few examples. BROKEN BRAKE LIGHTS It goes without saying that brake lights are how we signal to other drivers on the road that we’re stopping or slowing down. When a vehicle or a trailer in tow has brake lights that aren’t functioning properly, and that vehicle gets rear-ended, some of the responsibility for the accident will rest with the driver of that vehicle. HITTING A VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE Say a driver pulls too far forward at an intersection and needs to back up a little. If they don’t check their rearview mirror, and they fail to see a vehicle pulled up close behind them, that could result in a rear-end collision. In that case, you could make the argument that the fault of the accident lies almost solely with the driver who failed to check their surroundings before reversing.
Bowling is a fun activity for all ages, and the game has been providing good times since 5,000 B.C. in Egypt. In modern history, bowling has had its fair share of glory, but if you think you have the aptitude to join the ranks of professional bowlers, then consider what it takes to become the best of the best. JOIN THE PROS The Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) and the Professional Women’s Bowling Association (PWBA) are the premier leagues for professional 10-pin bowlers in the United States. Unlike the NFL or MLB, in which players are drafted onto teams before participating professionally, it’s fairly simple to join the PBA or PWBA. Members either pay an annual fee or have to meet certain requirements: scoring a 200 or higher at each tournament they’ve entered, bowling at least 36 games, or having an overall average of 190 or better. To participate in the PWBA, bowlers must have a scoring average of 190 or higher in any recognized United States Bowling Congress (USBC) league. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE You may see a professional bowler score 190 at a regional tournament and think, “I can do that.” That’s the beauty of bowling! Anyone can score high, but comparing your Wednesday night league average to a pro is like comparing the score from your pickup game of soccer to the scores at the World Cup. For starters, unlike what you’d find at any standard bowling alley, the lanes in a professional setting are oiled specifically to create a more difficult path for the ball, forcing the pros to toss mechanical-like throws. This takes time and dedication to perfect. FIND MONETARY SUPPORT Unlike many other professional sports, bowlers make very little money. The average bowler makes more than $40,000 annually, but they often have to provide their own funds for lodging, travel, and tournament entry fees. Some professional bowlers even have side gigs to supplement their income from the sport. However, many bowlers admit that it’s not about the money. Instead, it’s the friendly competition and the glorious sound of the pins that bring them back for more. Learn more about these professional leagues at PBA.com or PWBA. com if you’re interested in picking up bowling as a professional sport or just a hobby!
RECKLESS LANE CHANGING ON BUSY HIGHWAYS
While perhaps not as common as the first two possibilities, this isn’t unheard of. Sometimes, in a plot to get insurance money, a driver will pull right in front of another vehicle on a fast street and slam on the breaks, almost inevitably causing a rear-end collision. A similar scenario could also be the result of road rage or simply reckless driving. If a driver couldn’t reasonably brake in time to prevent the accident, the fault will most likely rest with the driver in front.
Even a personal injury case as seemingly straightforward as a rear-end collision can be full of
nuance. That’s why it’s best to have an experienced auto accident attorney review your case, and lay out your options. Call Perry Shuttlesworth today at (205) 322-1411.
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