Head on collisions account for about 11% of all traffic fatalities, and nearly 30% of all fatal crashes between two moving vehicles. Head on crashes aren’t the leading cause of death on the road, but they are responsible for a disproportionate share of traffic deaths.
If you’ve been injured in a head on collision or have lost a loved one in a head on crash that you believe was someone else’s fault, you should speak to an experienced car accident lawyer right away. The representative of the responsible party’s insurance carrier may seem friendly and helpful, but they are not on your side. It’s important to remember that every dollar you receive in compensation comes out of the insurance company’s bottom line. Talking to them can be a minefield, as their questions are often designed to get you to say something that will hurt your case.
When you hire an auto accident lawyer at Harrell & Harrell, you can hand off the stress of interacting with the insurance company and figuring out how to move your claim forward. Getting an experienced car crash lawyer involved early can also help protect you against missteps that could hurt your case.
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Our attorneys know the aftermath of a serious car accident can be overwhelming, and that it may be difficult to know where to turn for help. We offer free consultations to ensure that people who have been injured in and around Jacksonville have the information they need to make the right decisions about how to move forward.
Any time two heavy machines like automobiles collide, the potential for damage to both the occupants and the vehicles is significant. At higher speeds, there is a greater risk of serious injury or death due to the greater force of the collision. When two vehicles meet head on, the full momentum of each vehicle contributes to the force of the collision.
Of course, a head on crash can cause many different types of injuries. Some common types of serious injuries associated with head on collisions include:
Some of these injuries can be long-term, or even permanent. Head on collision injuries can mean huge medical bills, the need for continuing medical care, and even limitations on your ability to earn a living. When that happens, the person responsible for the accident is typically liable for your damages. That includes things like:
Because of the risk of serious injury, it’s important to seek medical attention after a head on collision or any automobile accident. Some injuries don’t seem serious at first, but delaying treatment can make them worse. That could mean a longer recovery time, more extensive medical care, and higher costs. Skipping a medical assessment or failing to follow doctor’s orders can also make it harder for an injured person to get fair compensation.
When you consult a Jacksonville car crash lawyer at Harrell & Harrell, one of the first things we will do is determine who may be at fault for your injuries. How liability is determined depends on the accident and the evidence available. For example, one of the drivers might have been cited for a traffic safety violation, which may be evidence of negligence that may have caused or contributed to the accident. Traffic camera footage, witnesses, and cell phone videos may help establish who was to blame. In some cases, an accident reconstructionist will look at evidence such as skid marks on the road and the placement of the damage on the vehicles to offer an expert opinion. In a head on crash case, the critical question is often which car crossed the center line.
In some cases, two or more parties may share responsibility. Under Florida law, someone who is partly responsible for their own injuries can generally still recover some damages. However, for accidents that occurred after March 24, 2023, that’s only true if the injured person is no more than half responsible. In that case, the plaintiff will be able to recover their damages minus the percentage that was their fault. For example, if the injured person had $100,000 in damages and they were found to be 20% at fault, they could only recover 80%, or $80,000.
The sooner you get knowledgeable guidance about your head on collision claim or other Jacksonville car accident case, the better. You can schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a Harrell & Harrell car crash lawyer right now. Just call (904) 251-1111 or fill out our contact form.
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