Road Traffic Accident
/ˈroʊd ˈtræfɪk ˈæksɪdənt/
Definitions
- (n.) An incident involving one or more vehicles on a road resulting in property damage, injury, or death, often investigated for legal liability and insurance claims.
The road traffic accident caused a major delay on the highway and led to a personal injury lawsuit.
Forms
- road traffic accident
- road traffic accidents
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Commentary
The term is primarily used in tort and insurance law contexts; clarify the nature of fault and liability when drafting related documents.
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