Heavy rain can lead to puddling, flooding, and decreased traction, which in turn can cause skidding, difficulty stopping, or hydroplaning.

Heavy Rain and Car Accidents

Snow isn’t the only precipitation you need to worry about as a driver. Yesterday we experienced heavy rains that at times, made for dramatically low visibility.

In fact, the rain was so heavy and visibility so low, that numerous drivers dropped well below the speed limit on the highway and turned on their flashers. Heavy rains can lead to puddling, flooding, and decreased traction, which in turn can cause skidding, difficulty stopping, or even hydroplaning.

There’s nothing more important as a driver than reacting smartly, swiftly, and safely to changing road conditions.

If you were in an accident during yesterday’s torrential rain because another driver neglected to slow down or adjust to dangerous wet road conditions, you could be entitled to compensation for unexpected medical bills, lost wages, or long-term pain and suffering.

Call Multerer Law Firm at 716-882-8828 for your FREE case evaluation. We’re here to help.