Is the car owner liable if a rear-seat passenger causes an accident by opening the door?
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Rear-seat passengers opening the door causing an accident does make the car owner liable. Below are specific details regarding liability for the accident: Legal regulations: According to Article 43, Paragraph 3 of the "Road Traffic Safety Regulations," when a motor vehicle is parked or temporarily stopped on the road, the right side of the vehicle body must not exceed 30 centimeters from the edge of the road. If the parking behavior obstructs the normal passage on the non-motorized vehicle lane and creates a safety hazard, the owner bears liability. Liability division: Traffic police will determine the division of accident liability. Based on the proportion of liability, claims can be made for medical expenses, lost wages, nursing fees, nutrition fees, meal allowances, transportation costs, and other related expenses. If the accident results in disability, disability compensation can also be claimed. The specific amount needs to be calculated in detail based on the specific circumstances.