It can be incredibly frustrating when someone cuts you off or is driving too slow in the lane you’re in when you’re trying to get to your next appointment. If you’re driving and you’re not in the right frame of mind you might be prone to road rage.
There are a few actions that you can take as a driver that AAA would consider road rage and they include:
- Forcing a driver off of the road
- Cursing at another driver
- Sideswiping a vehicle
- Throwing objects
- Making obscene gestures
All of these actions can be considered road rage and can become the cause of a Connecticut auto accident.
When strong emotions take over and you are behind the wheel of a car, that car can become weaponized and result in injuries and in extreme cases death. Speeding up or slowing down to “prove a point” to a driver who has “wronged” you could lead to an accident and in turn injuries from that action.
To avoid road rage leave yourself plenty of time to get to your destination so you are not stressed or in a hurry. You may also want to attempt to not drive when you are in an elevated state physically or emotionally.
Road rage can easily leave you or your loved ones injured from an auto accident so, if possible, you should always regain your composure before continuing your journey.
If you’ve been involved in a situation where road rage has caused a Connecticut auto accident, contact our firm. Our experienced team can keep your best interests at the forefront.
