{"id":128843,"date":"2026-03-18T14:00:37","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/?page_id=128843"},"modified":"2026-03-18T14:42:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:42:47","slug":"template-10","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/traffic-law\/template-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Principle of Trust"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Principle of Trust<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-vertrauensgrundsatz\" data-level=\"2\">Principle of Trust<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-rechtliche-verankerung\" data-level=\"2\">Legal Basis<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-pflicht-zur-aufmerksamkeit-und-rucksicht\" data-level=\"2\">Duty of Attention and Consideration<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-vertrauen-als-erleichterung-im-strassenverkehr\" data-level=\"2\">Trust as a Facilitation in Road Traffic<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-wann-das-vertrauen-endet\" data-level=\"2\">When Trust Ends<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ausschluss-bei-eigenem-fehlverhalten\" data-level=\"2\">Exclusion in Case of Own Misconduct<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-besondere-schutzgruppen-im-strassenverkehr\" data-level=\"2\">Special Protected Groups in Road Traffic<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-erhohte-sorgfaltspflichten-in-der-praxis\" data-level=\"2\">Heightened Duty of Care in Practice<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-praxisnahe-einordnung-durch-gerichte\" data-level=\"2\">Practical Classification by Courts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-bedeutung-fur-haftung-und-verschulden\" data-level=\"2\">Significance for Liability and Fault<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-anwendung-uber-den-strassenverkehr-hinaus\" data-level=\"2\">Application Beyond Road Traffic<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\" data-level=\"2\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq\" data-level=\"2\">Frequently Asked Questions &#8211; FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vertrauensgrundsatz\">Principle of Trust<\/h2>\n\n<p>The <strong>principle of trust<\/strong> is a fundamental principle of Austrian traffic law. It states that every road user may generally rely on the fact that other persons in road traffic will behave in accordance with the rules. Anyone who behaves properly may assume that others will also comply with traffic regulations, as long as there are no indications to the contrary.  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3019fe8e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-32585033\">\n<p>The principle of trust enables orderly traffic flow by permitting trust in the rule-compliant behavior of others. At the same time, it requires immediate attentive response when recognizable dangers arise. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-45819ab6\"><picture>\n\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vertrauensgrundsatz-h-und-p-352x198.webp\" >\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-picture-small\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Vertrauensgrundsatz-h-und-p.webp\" alt=\"What does the principle of trust mean in road traffic? Explanation, examples, and legal consequences in Austria presented concisely.\" >\n\t<\/picture>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rechtliche-verankerung\">Legal Basis<\/h2>\n\n<p>The legal basis is found in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/eli\/bgbl\/1960\/159\/P3\/NOR40128455\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 3 StVO<\/a>. This provision combines two central elements: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the duty to behave cautiously and considerately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the right to trust in the rule-compliant behavior of others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Without this principle, orderly traffic flow would hardly be possible, as everyone would constantly have to expect unforeseeable errors from others.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pflicht-zur-aufmerksamkeit-und-rucksicht\">Duty of Attention and Consideration<\/h2>\n\n<p>A prerequisite for the application of the principle of trust is always one&#8217;s own correct behavior. Every road user must: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>participate attentively in traffic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>adapt their driving behavior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>recognize dangers early<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Only those who meet these requirements can invoke the principle of trust.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vertrauen-als-erleichterung-im-strassenverkehr\">Trust as a Facilitation in Road Traffic<\/h2>\n\n<p>In everyday life, the principle means that one does not have to constantly expect misconduct from others. Typical examples: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A driver may assume that others will stop at a red light<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pedestrians comply with traffic rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cyclists use designated traffic areas correctly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wann-das-vertrauen-endet\">When Trust Ends<\/h2>\n\n<p>The principle of trust no longer applies as soon as misconduct is recognizable or should have been recognized. This is particularly the case when: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a road user obviously violates rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a dangerous situation is already developing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a risk would have been recognizable with attentive observation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>In such situations, immediate action is required, such as braking or swerving.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ausschluss-bei-eigenem-fehlverhalten\">Exclusion in Case of Own Misconduct<\/h2>\n\n<p>Anyone who acts inattentively or negligently cannot invoke the principle of trust. In practice, this frequently leads to: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>contributory negligence being assumed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>liability being distributed accordingly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>The principle therefore only protects those who behave correctly themselves.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-besondere-schutzgruppen-im-strassenverkehr\">Special Protected Groups in Road Traffic<\/h2>\n\n<p>The law deliberately restricts the principle of trust with regard to certain persons. These include: <\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Children<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Persons with visual impairments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Persons with recognizable physical limitations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Persons whose behavior suggests a lack of awareness of danger<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>A significantly heightened duty of care exists toward these groups.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/ueber-uns\/rechtsanwalt-peter-harlander\/\" title=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/ph100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Peter Harlander<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Rechtsanw\u00e4lte<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eAnyone invoking the principle of trust in road traffic must always be aware that this trust ends immediately as soon as a danger even begins to emerge.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-erhohte-sorgfaltspflichten-in-der-praxis\">Heightened Duty of Care in Practice<\/h2>\n\n<p>When trust is not permissible, road users must <strong>actively adapt<\/strong> their behavior and significantly <strong>increase<\/strong> their <strong>attention<\/strong>. In particular, they must <strong>reduce their speed<\/strong>, be <strong>ready to brake at all times<\/strong>, and <strong>observe traffic with foresight<\/strong>. In this way, risks are to be recognized early and hazards consistently avoided.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-praxisnahe-einordnung-durch-gerichte\">Practical Classification by Courts<\/h2>\n\n<p>Courts always assess the principle of trust based on the <strong>specific situation<\/strong>. Several guidelines have emerged: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trust ceases in case of clearly recognizable misconduct<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attention is a prerequisite for any invocation of the principle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>not every unusual behavior immediately justifies mistrust<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>heightened caution is generally required with children<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>What is decisive is always what was <strong>objectively recognizable<\/strong> in the specific situation.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bedeutung-fur-haftung-und-verschulden\">Significance for Liability and Fault<\/h2>\n\n<p>The principle of trust plays a central role in the legal assessment of traffic accidents. It particularly influences: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the question of who caused the accident<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether contributory negligence exists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the distinction between permissible risk and negligence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This principle is regularly applied in both civil proceedings and criminal law.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-anwendung-uber-den-strassenverkehr-hinaus\">Application Beyond Road Traffic<\/h2>\n\n<p>The concept of trust is also found in other areas of life. Comparable principles exist, for example: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>in winter sports regarding compliance with rules of conduct on slopes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>in certain professional activities where cooperation is required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This demonstrates that trust is a central foundation for regulated behavior in complex situations.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/sports-accidents\/fis-rules\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Detailed information on the FIS rules can be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/h2>\n\n<p>The correct application of the principle of trust depends heavily on the individual case. Even small details can be decisive. <\/p>\n\n<p>Legal advice offers you:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>clear assessment of your liability situation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>well-founded analysis of possible contributory negligence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>support in asserting or defending claims<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>legally sound argumentation toward insurance companies and courts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Particularly in traffic law, a precise legal assessment often determines the outcome of proceedings.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/sebastian-riedlmair\/\" title=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/sr100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Sebastian Riedlmair<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Attorneys<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eThe principle of trust is not a carte blanche for blind trust, but rather a legally limited instrument that only applies where attention and prudence are actually present.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq\">Frequently Asked Questions &#8211; FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-972c8b74 uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/harlander-partner.eu\\\/en\\\/traffic-law\\\/template-10\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is FAQ?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. 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An early assessment protects against legal disadvantages.   \"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-a3f9b1c2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What does the principle of trust mean in road traffic?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>The principle of trust states that road users may generally rely on the fact that others comply with traffic rules. However, a prerequisite is that they themselves act attentively and in accordance with the rules. This trust only applies as long as no misconduct is recognizable. As soon as doubts arise, one&#8217;s own behavior must be adapted.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-b7d4e8a1 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">When may I no longer rely on the principle of trust?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Trust is no longer permissible as soon as misconduct by another road user is recognizable or would have been recognizable with sufficient attention. In such situations, there is a duty to react immediately. Anyone who remains inactive nevertheless risks contributory negligence. The specific traffic situation is always decisive.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-c1e6f9b4 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Does the principle of trust also apply to children?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>The principle of trust applies only to a limited extent with regard to children. Road users must always expect that children may act unpredictably. Therefore, special caution is required, such as reduced speed and heightened readiness to brake. Trust is only permissible if the child&#8217;s behavior appears clearly traffic-compliant.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-d5a2c7e9 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What are the consequences of violating the principle of trust?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>A violation can result in contributory negligence being assumed. This has direct effects on claims for damages and liability distribution. Courts examine whether timely recognition and response would have been possible. Anyone who violates their duty of care cannot invoke the principle of trust.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-e8f3a6b2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What role does the principle of trust play in traffic accidents?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>The principle of trust is a central criterion in the assessment of traffic accidents. It influences the question of who caused the accident and whether contributory negligence exists. It is regularly applied in both civil and criminal proceedings. The specific application always depends on the individual case.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-f4b7d1c8 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">When should I seek legal assistance?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>As soon as uncertainties exist regarding liability or possible contributory negligence, legal advice is advisable. 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