How Fault Is Determined in a Car Accident
WHAT DO INSURANCE COMPANIES DO?
If you’ve been in an auto accident, you’re likely traumatized by the incident. If you’ve suffered personal injuries, or not, there is still a lot to think about after getting in a car crash. You may worry about how to determine who is at fault in an accident. It’s a process that can feel complicated, but working to understand the process may help alleviate some of your fears. It may even aid you in any legal case you may be involved in due to the accident. WHAT DOES FINDING FAULT ENTAIL? When someone tries to determine who is at fault for an auto accident, they should attempt to determine if someone was acting carelessly or was exhibiting negligence. The person who is found at fault is typically found to be at fault for any property damage or personal injuries resulting from the accident. This may be more cut and dried or be a more difficult process, depending on the circumstances. WHAT DO THE POLICE DO? When the police file an official report of the auto accident, they may include a judgment of who they think is at fault based on their professional opinion. However, police reports do not contain an official determination of fault; insurance companies determine fault officially.
When someone is in an accident, insurance companies will assign an insurance adjuster to the
claim. That adjuster or team of adjusters will research the legal definition of negligence, take statements from witnesses and those involved in the accident, and look at medical reports and damage reports as well as the official police report. Then, they will determine who is legally at fault for the auto accident. WHAT DOES THE COURT DO?
If you file a legal case with the court regarding your auto accident, it will then fall upon the court to determine who is at fault for the accident. They will do this by finding one party negligent.
Iced Green Tea, 2 Ways
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
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2 tbsp loose-leaf green tea
For Rose and Coriander Tea: 1. In a large pitcher, place green tea, rose petals, and coriander seeds.
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4 cups filtered water, divided
Option 1: Rose and Coriander • 1 tbsp dried rose petals •
2. Bring 1/2 cup water to just below boiling.
1 tbsp whole coriander seeds
3. Pour hot water over tea leaves, petals, and seeds. Let steep for 10 seconds, then add the remaining 3 1/2 cups water.
Option 2: Ginger Mint •
1 handful fresh mint leaves
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1 inch fresh ginger, cut into coins
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Refrigerate 4–8 hours until tea reaches your desired strength. Strain and serve over ice.
For Ginger Mint Tea: 1. Follow the instructions above, substituting the mint leaves and ginger coins for the rose petals and coriander seeds.
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