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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.
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.
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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Thanks to everyone in the office. Great team. Was always answering any of my questions! Definitely helped me.
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I appreciated Chad's timeliness in responding to my inquiries and concerns throughout the settlement process. He did a good job!
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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.
AREAS WE PRACTICE
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:
Car Accidents
Our top-rated Fort Wayne car accident attorneys are committed to fighting for the legal rights and financial interests of injured victims.
Bicycle Accidents
Besides collisions between vehicles, crashes involving cyclists and vehicles are some of the most common types.
Truck Accidents
Treating truck accident-related injuries can leave injured parties struggling with mounting medical bills and undue hardship.
Workers' Compensation
When you suffer a serious injury on the job, you have to deal with your employer and your employer’s workers’ comp insurance company.
Wrongful Death
Collecting damages can never replace the loss of a loved one, but it can go a long way towards helping a family pay off medical debt and focus on grieving.
Motorcycle Accidents
The trouble with motorcycle riders is that they don’t necessarily have a reputation for defensive driving.
Birth Injuries
We represent mothers and children when they are injured by medical malpractice.
Burn Injury
When a person sustains debilitating burn injuries, it can be difficult and sometimes even impossible to return to life before the accident.
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