The term “negligence” refers to any kind of reckless, irresponsible behavior that either causes or contributes to an accident. In the case of a car accident, negligence may be displayed by speeding, driving aggressively, making rapid lane changes, distracted driving, driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol, driving through stop signs, and not heeding traffic signs. Negligence is at the center of all personal injury claims and it must be proven that this careless behavior caused the car accident in order for you to file a claim to recover damages.