Regardless of who owns a vehicle, car accidents often cause serious injury and can even be fatal. When accidents are the result of another person or party’s negligence, that person or party may be liable for any injuries or losses caused, including medical expenses, pain and suffering, damage to property, or lost wages. This holds true whether the negligent party is the driver or the owner of the vehicle. One thing a Florida car accident attorney will look for in analyzing a car accident case is the potential sources of liability. The fact that a rental car company owns the vehicle may provide another source of liability for recovering damages, and there are several unique issues that may arise in a car accident involving a rental vehicle that should be analyzed by a Florida accident lawyer. Vehicle MaintenanceOne of the most common causes of car accidents is poor vehicle maintenance. Issues like faulty brakes, worn tires, burned out headlights, or worn windshield wipers can cause dangerous driving conditions that may lead to accidents. Because a rental car company owns and …