Road Rage Accident Settlement Amounts and Legal Options

Road rage accidents involve intentional or reckless aggressive driving behavior that causes a collision. Because road rage involves a conscious decision to drive dangerously, these cases often result in higher settlements and the potential for punitive damages.

Average Settlement Amounts

Minor injuries from road rage accidents settle for $20,000 to $75,000. Moderate injuries settle for $50,000 to $200,000. Serious injuries settle for $150,000 to $500,000. Catastrophic injuries settle for $500,000 to $3,000,000 or more.

Punitive Damages

Road rage is one of the strongest cases for punitive damages because the aggressive driver intentionally chose to drive dangerously. Punitive damages can multiply the total settlement significantly.

Criminal and Civil Cases

Road rage may result in criminal charges including assault with a deadly weapon, reckless driving, or vehicular assault. The criminal case is separate from your civil claim, but a criminal conviction strengthens your civil case.

Conclusion

Road rage accident settlements are typically higher than ordinary accident settlements due to the intentional nature of the behavior and the availability of punitive damages.

Use our free settlement calculator to estimate what your case might be worth.