What to Do When Someone Cuts You Off Maliciously?

[DelPeter]

In the event of being maliciously cut off by another vehicle, the most appropriate response is to yield appropriately and then report the incident to the traffic authorities. Here are some key points to note: 1. Have a dash cam: Nowadays, almost all vehicles are equipped with dash cams, so the act of being cut off will be recorded as evidence. Slow down and yield without engaging in road rage. 2. Slow down as much as possible: When someone cuts you off, try to slow down. From a liability perspective, slowing down fulfills your duty to yield, and you won’t be held responsible whether you hit the car in front or are rear-ended. If an accident occurs due to being cut off and you couldn’t avoid it in time, the vehicle that cut you off will bear primary responsibility. 3. Avoid changing lanes to yield: If you choose to change lanes to avoid being cut off, you may lose control or be rear-ended by another vehicle. In such cases, not only will the vehicle that cut you off be held responsible, but you may also bear secondary liability. Especially at high speeds, the worst thing you can do is change lanes abruptly.