New Orleans RV Accident Lawyers

When Negligence Leads to RV Accidents

Just like any other motorist on the road, RV drivers have a responsibility to follow all traffic laws and exercise caution when traveling on roads and highways. Unfortunately, however, RV driver negligence leads to countless accidents each year.

Some common causes of RV accidents include:

• Inexperience: People who are not experienced in operating motorhomes, trailers, ATVs, boats, and other recreational vehicles are more likely to cause a crash due to overcorrecting, not braking in time, swerving, failing to check blind spots, and other mistakes.
• Speeding: Depending on the type and size of the vehicle, many RVs must be driven slower than normal passenger vehicles. In any case, excessive speeds can and often do lead to devastating RV accidents.
• Distraction: Operating an RV requires just as much if not more attention and care than operating any other type of vehicle. When RV drivers are distracted—whether by texting, sightseeing, or eating—they can cause serious collisions.
• Intoxication: Because RVs are often used for recreation, motorists may choose to operate them while intoxicated. Drunk driving is never okay, even when the vehicle is a boat, ATV, or similar vehicle. An intoxicated RV driver can cause serious damage.
• Defects: Although driver error is the most common cause of RV accidents, defective parts or vehicle design may lead to rollovers, tire blowouts, electronic failure, and other devastating problems that, in turn, can lead to a crash.

Any time an RV operator acts negligently or wrongfully and someone is injured, the victim and/or his or her family members can take legal action against the at-fault person.