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BEEN INJURED BY A HEAD-ON COLLISION?

All car accidents have the potential to be terrifying, shocking, and even life-changing. But of all the various car accident types that occur, there is none more dangerous and deadly than the head-on collision. When a head-on crash occurs, drives and passengers in both vehicles are at serious risk of injury or death.

At the Delventhal Law Office, our Fort Wayne head-on collision accident attorneys are knowledgeable about the top causes of head-on collisions, the severe damages that can result from this accident type, and how to prove liability and recover compensation. If you have been injured in crash, please call our Fort Wayne lawyers today for your free consultation.

HOW HEAD-ON COLLISIONS HAPPEN

A head-on crash occurs when two motor vehicles run into each other straight on, with the front end of each vehicle making contact with the other. A head-on collision should never happen – two vehicles should never be traveling towards each other on the same line, especially at speed.

These accidents are almost always the result of the negligence or recklessness of one of the drivers involved in the crash. Top causes of head-on collisions include:

  • Falling asleep at the wheel;
  • Drowsy driving;
  • Swerving into oncoming traffic;
  • Excessively speeding;
  • Drunk or impaired driving; and

Entering the roadway from the wrong direction (this could be a result of a driver impairment or negligence, or improper signage).

INJURIES RESULTING FROM HEAD-ON CRASHES

The type and severity of injury that can result from a head-on crash can be tragic. These accidents are especially devastating as the force involved in head-on collisions is amplified by the fact that both the vehicles are approaching one another with both mass (the weight of the vehicles themselves) and acceleration (the speed that the vehicles are traveling). As a result, the front ends of the vehicles may both completely crumple, leading to a variety of injuries for those within, including:

  • Head, scalp, and facial injuries;
  • Traumatic brain injuries;
  • Amputation injuries;
  • Burn injuries;
  • Bone fracture injuries;
  • Soft tissue injuries;
  • Internal injuries;
  • Object puncture injuries;
  • Back and neck injuries; and
  • Spinal cord injuries.

When a person suffers any of the injuries listed above, they may suffer long-term impairment and disability. Head-on collisions are, statistically, the most fatal accident type.

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DETERMINING LIABILITY FOR A HEAD-ON COLLISION & RECOVERING COMPENSATION

The losses that one suffers as a result of a head-on crash can be significant. Not only are serious injuries very likely, but these injuries may also result in an inability to work and earn an income, high medical bills and long-term healthcare expenses, emotional anguish and psychological harm, and physical pain and suffering. For these losses, and any other suffered by a victim or the surviving family members of a deceased victim, compensation is deserved.

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Our Fort Wayne head-on collision accident attorneys can help you to recover the compensation that you’re owed by filing a car accident claim with the insurer of the at-fault party, or filing a lawsuit directly against the responsible person or entity. This process begins with identifying fault and proving liability; to do this, our lawyers open a thorough investigation into your case, hiring experts when necessary. From there, we build your case, valuate your damages, and issue a demand letter. When you receive a settlement offer, we fully review it, and can represent you in its rejection and negotiation. Our goal is to ensure that you get the full value of compensation that you deserve.

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IN THE LIVES OF OUR CLIENTS.

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Neck, Back, & Lung Injury

$350K

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Back/Hip Injury

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Knee/Leg Injury

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The Delventhal law office worked vigorously on my behalf. Great communication and professionalism, a true down to earth fighter for the people. Thank you Chad Delventhal.

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Very pleased with the outcome of my case, and with the professionalism of Chad and his staff.

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS IN INDIANA

While thinking about taking any legal action after being seriously injured can be challenging, it is important that you act quickly after being involved in a head-on collision, or losing a loved one in such a crash. This is because the statute of limitations in Indiana–the amount of time that you have to bring forth a claim for damages–is two years from the date of accident. If more than two years from the time of the accident pass, you will be permanently barred from recovery.

CONTACT A FORT WAYNE HEAD-ON COLLISION ACCIDENT ATTORNEY TODAY

Our lawyers understand the trauma that you’re going through after a head-on crash, and we want to help. We have years of experience, and a reputation of excellence in our community and amongst our former clients. For a free consultation with our Fort Wayne head-on collision accident attorneys at the Delventhal Law Office, please reach us today by sending us a message or calling us directly. We work on a contingency fee basis and always put your needs first.

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At the Delventhal Law office, our Fort Wayne personal injury attorneys are committed to fighting for the rights and interests of accident victims. If you or a family member was injured because of the carelessness or recklessness of another party, we can help. Our Indiana personal injury lawyers handle a wide array of legal cases, including:

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