In Virginia, when motor vehicles are traveling in the same direction there are duties placed on all drivers. The driver of any motor vehicle has an obligation to use due care and caution when following another vehicle. The operator must have regard for speed and weather conditions and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle directly in front of them. Failure to pay full attention could result in a rear end collision.
For example, on January 20, 2010, a 25-year-old woman was traveling on Mims Street in Fairfax County, Virginia. She struck the rear of a dump truck. As a result of the impact she was killed.
Although the accident is still under investigation with the Fairfax County Police Department, this is an example of how important it is to be cautious when operating a vehicle. Bodily injuries from rear end collisions can range from soft tissue injuries such as whiplash to broken bones or in this case, death.
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