Traffic Law – The Trailer as Part of a Unified Vehicle

Subject: Traffic Law – The Trailer as Part of a Unified Vehicle

Q: How is a trailer legally treated once connected to a towing vehicle in traffic accidents and compensation claims?

Answer:
A trailer, which is not self-propelled by design, is considered—once attached to a towing vehicle—an integral part of the unified vehicle operated by a single driver.
This means:
•  The towing vehicle and the trailer form one legal entity.
•  In the event of a traffic accident, the rules applicable to a single vehicle driven by one person shall apply.
•  The number of vehicle components or the specific point of impact is not relevant when assessing liability or compensation.
•  The legislator has required separate registration and mandatory insurance for both the towing vehicle and the trailer.
•  Excerpt from the Supreme Court ruling

Commentary by Abdullah Muqaibal Law Office
Subject: Traffic Law – The Trailer as Part of a Unified Vehicle

This ruling highlights the importance of understanding the structure of motor vehicles, particularly those with multiple components such as towing vehicles and trailers, in order to accurately determine legal responsibility and protect the rights of injured parties in traffic accidents.