what are the laws in london if you cause an accident?
403685
American law is based on English law, so I feel reasonably confident that your friend will have his rights respected.  As to keeping his visa, or I suppose his passport, that is a reasonable precaution until the whole thing is sorted out.  Your friend should immediately check with the American Embassy to get the details on how to settle the issue.\n\nOf course if he caused the accident, he must pay the medical bills at the very least.  Probably his insurance covers him, but it will be necessary to contact them and make arrangements.  And if he does not have insurance which covers the accident, he will have to be able to put up some security for the eventual outcome, such as a deed to property or a bond, just as is done in America.  The difference is, of course, that he probably wants to go home sooner than it could all be heard in court.  So he'll either have to settle with the plaintiffs (the people he harmed) or make arrangements to come back for the trial.  \n\nThe Embassy can tell him what to do, and he should be in touch with them at once.
103236
As long as you were obeying all the laws that go along with having a permit.. such as you had a liscensed driver with you, you were within your curfew, and you were observing ALL of the traffic laws, I would think you will be fine.  \n\nIf this person hit your car with his bumper.. he's at fault, unless he was supposed to be there and you weren't. And vice versa.. You may have a small fine if you were found to be the person at fault, and they may postpone your being able to receive your liscense.  But you are not going to jail.. \n\nDon't freak out.. keep your head about you.. own up to it if you did wrong, adults believe that to be a more responsible act, than someone trying to lie their way out of their responsibilities. And if they see you are honest and responsible, you will get more respect in being able to be a responsible driver and get your liscense quicker.
218722
If your friend does anything illegal, runs a red light and is caught by a street camera, hit and run accident, accumulates parking tickets, or abandons the car in the middle of no where, you are responsible.  Your name on the title states that you are responsible for what happens to that vehicle.
882690
You should've called the sheriff's dept when the accident occurred.  You can find a form at:\n\nhttp://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/drivers/drivers/traffic/accident.htm
234697
I am certain that yes, technically,you are breaking the law (and could be ticketed!). The best thing to do in this situation is to make local municipal officials aware of the situation (go to them prepared-take a map, photographs, and all pertinant information). Your city planning department or police department may be of help. Such situations must be commonplace. It may simply be a street-planning oversite. Good Luck!
806275
Not everyone is from your city. Car accidents don't make international news, especially considering they happen every few seconds.
539257
You shouldn't expect any compensation because it was an accident.  No one's fault, but yours, for not being careful.  This accident you caused will make you much more careful in the future - think of it as one of life's lessons and move on.
746730
No, just having an accident, even if it is your fault, is not a crime. It is a civil tort. That means you may or may not be held responsible for your actions in a civil court.\n\nIf you were drinking, then it could be a felony.\n\nIf you were breaking another law (like fleeing from the police) when the accident  happened, then it could be a felony.
864757
It depends on what state you're in and whether there is an injury or no car involved other than your own, I really need some more details to be exact.
1010727
Look at the question you asked. "Is it illegal to intentionally cause an accident?"\n\nIt answers itself.\n\nNow, the tricky part is proving intent. But you said he admitted to "break checking" you. Depending upon exactly what he said that may be allowed as an admission.\n\nYou were cited for violation of a traffic law. In most jurisdictions, that is Negligence Per Se. But just proving you were negligent is also often not the final answer, where the other party acted intentionally to cause the problem. Intentional Torts generally override negligence when determining fault.\n\nAs noted above, a lawyer will be able to explain all of these concepts in more detail, and will be allowed to tell you whether any of them actually apply to your particular situation.
896674
I'm not sure if there's a law that specifically states that an ambulance should be on-site, but the government has produced a leaflet for fireworks organisers which gives tips for successful and safe fireworks displays, as well as outlining the organiser's responsibilities to the public.  In it, it states that organisers should "Arrange for first aid posts to be manned by qualified people.".  They should have also given the emergency services prior notice of the event.\n\nI hope you're son's alright.\n\nHere's the link to the leaflet:\nhttp://www.dti.gov.uk/fireworks/displays.htm\n\nIf you want to search for legislation regarding fireworks, visit the site below:\nhttp://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts.htm
458778
Yes. The roads are goverment property, and a goverment officer (police) can set up a road block if they believe that it will prevent property damage, loss of live, or major injury. It's legal anywhere.
155976
The only time you can leave the scene of an accident is if your safety is in jeopardy. Then you must contact the local authorities immediately.
964433
Please see reference below.\nIf there is no other access to a road, I would say the person will be able to claim right of way by necessity.\nConsulting with a lawyer is a good idea.\nGood luck.
761137
Quote: "he was splitting between the parked cars and the cars waiting for the light"\n\nThere's his 50%\n\nIf he had been following the rules of the road and got hit by a car door, he wouldn't have been partially liable.\n\nThey both did something wrong and ended up splitting the liability
281514
Yes! Give his deatails to your local police station. In the United Kingdom this is road rage which is an idictable offence, and although the Scottich law was renowned throughout the world and being just, these day we seem to follow what the U.S.does, so if it is acrime here it must surely be a crime in America, and judging from the way your question was written, you are in America
339530
The only people you should speak to about your accident are the police, your insurance company, and your lawyer. Never give out any personal information over the phone. \n\nIf in fact the air bag did malfunction your insurance company should be able to guide you through what needs to be done. The government would have nothing to do with it.