Most of the time it seems that personal injury cases that are filed after a car accident involve either negligent or even reckless conduct.  While these incidents generally do not involve specific intent on the part of the driver who is at fault, the law also provides legal rights for those who are injured in accidents that are a result of intentional conduct, which is sometimes referred to as road rage.  This could be what occurred Sunday at a local 99 Cent store.

According to the Las Vegas Sun:

According to a Metro Police arrest report released Tuesday, at about 8:36 p.m. Sunday, an officer was inside his cruiser in the parking lot of the 99 Cent store, 7239 Spring Mountain Road, filling out a report about a robbery at the store. The patrol vehicle, which was legally parked, had its parking lights illuminated, the report stated.

As the officer was working inside his car, a maroon Mazda Protégé slammed into the rear of the patrol vehicle, throwing the officer off his seat, police said.

A witness told police investigators he saw a dark-colored vehicle reverse out of its parking space, turn around and then zoom toward the marked police car at a speed of 25 mph to 35 mph. He told police that he didn’t see brake lights or any attempt on behalf of the driver to slow down – the vehicle, he said, sped up and appeared headed in a straight line, avoiding two or three other parked cars, as it headed directly toward the police car, the report said."

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident, you need the help of a Las Vegas auto accident lawyer who understands the difference between negligence, recklessness and intentional acts.  These differences could lead to an adjustment in the damages sought on behalf of the client.  Contact Jack Bernstein & Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation.