There are countless ways that two or more vehicles can collide. Rear-end accidents and side crashes are very common. Head-on collisions occur less often, yet unfortunately, are some of the most deadly. When two vehicles meet head-on, it is highly likely the drivers and front seat passengers suffer serious injuries or are killed by the impact.
If you were in a head-on collision accident or lost a loved one in a head-on crash, then you now face the difficult task of fighting for compensation. At Studinski Law, LLC, our Wisconsin personal injury lawyers understand money can never make up for what you have experienced and lost. However, it can ensure you receive proper medical and mental health care and can pay your bills. Receiving the financial recovery you deserve after an auto accident lifts at least one worry from your shoulders. Call us today at (715) 343-2850 to discuss whether you have the right to pursue compensation, and if so, what you should do next.
A head-on crash occurs when the front ends of two vehicles directly collide. If two vehicles clip each other’s front corners or one vehicle’s front end crashes into another vehicle’s side, these are not considered head-on collisions. You or your loved one were only involved in a head-on accident if the two vehicles involved were moving straight for one another.
This technicality may matter during your insurance claim or personal injury suit. Head-on collision accidents do not just happen on their own and rarely due to a genuine accident. For a head-on crash to occur, one of the drivers is careless, reckless, or intentionally acting dangerously. It is this type of negligence that gives you the right to seek compensation from the at-fault driver, who had a duty to be responsible behind the wheel. By understanding that you were involved in a head-on crash and the common causes of this type of accident, you may be able to strengthen your argument for compensation.
There are a number of ways drivers can act carelessly and recklessly behind the wheel, increasing the risk of a crash. Factors that commonly lead to head-on collisions include:
Head-on collisions can occur because one individual drove the wrong way down a road. In some situations, one or more of the factors above leads a person to drive the wrong way down a one-way street. In other situations, one or more of the factors causes a driver to move into the oncoming lane of traffic on a two- or multi-lane road.
In either situation, it is difficult for you in the oncoming vehicle to avoid a crash. There may not be any other lanes of traffic or a shoulder to move to when a vehicle comes your way. Due to heavy traffic, you may not be able to go anywhere without causing another crash. On rural roads often characterized by winding curves and blind spots, you may not even see the on-coming car in time to respond. It is the other driver’s negligence and your lack of responsibility that entitles you to pursue compensation for your injuries.
Considering that head-on collisions often lead to debilitating and catastrophic injuries, having an attorney who understands the true physical, emotional, and financial consequences of your injuries can make all the difference in obtaining the compensation you deserve. An auto accident lawyer will understand the factors that go into calculating your damages, which may include:
There is no formula for monetary value for many of these damages, such as your pain and suffering, disability, and loss of enjoyment of life. Without any knowledge regarding personal injury cases like yours, it can be impossible for you to know what is fair versus inequitable compensation. For non-economic injuries like these, an experienced lawyer can help you determine an appropriate amount of compensation.
Factors that can affect compensation include:
If you were injured in a head-on collision, do not hesitate to work with a head-on collision lawyer from Studinski Law, LLC right away. Even if you believe the insurance claim process will be relatively simple and that you will obtain a generous settlement, it never hurts to have someone who is knowledgeable and experienced with these types of situations by your side.
A head-on collision lawyer is there to protect your rights, gather evidence on your behalf, ensure the insurance company does not take advantage of you, and negotiate the maximum compensation for your injuries. If you do run into obstacles obtaining an insurance settlement, an attorney can represent you during personal injury litigation, continuing your fight for justice and the compensation you deserve.
Call us at Studinski Law, LLC at (715) 343-2850 to schedule a time to discuss your case.
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