There are a variety of factors that make Denton roads susceptible to bad weather conditions. Since this area is warm for most of the year, locals are not used to driving on ice or snow, and they do not have the vehicles for it.
How Can Dangerous Weather Impact the Assignment of Fault?
Every driver has a duty to control their vehicle on the roadway and avoid causing harm. Motorists who are not driving safely under the weather conditions could be held legally liable if they are involved in an accident.
For this reason, a court will analyze any precautions the defendant driver took to accommodate for the bad weather, such as applying snow tires or chains to avoid sliding. This helps the court determine whether the accident was due to the unsafe weather conditions or reckless conduct by the motorist.
Notably, some conduct that may be reasonable under normal weather conditions may be considered negligent during inclement weather. For instance, a driver could be considered to be driving too fast due to snow or ice, even if they were going to the speed limit. A local attorney could build a case to prove the defendant was not driving appropriately under the weather conditions.
