Side Impact Accidents
Side impact collisions usually happen out of nowhere, and are often referred to as a ‘T-bone crash’. You were driving safely, but suddenly, someone else’s carelessness maybe caused them to run a red light, or even a stop signs, and ended up in them slamming into the side of your vehicle. These accidents can be very life-threatening, because unlike rear-end, or head-on accidents where the car cam absorb some of the impact, in side impact crashes, there is very little room in between yourself and the upcoming car. The force of the crash impacts you head-on, and can result in some serious damages, not only to your car, but to your own well-being.
Injuries sustained by a side impact accident can require an extended amount of time to recover. You may feel helpless with all the medical expenses that has come about from this accident, but do not fear, a personal injury lawyer can be the answer to your problems. Attorneys can assist you in acquiring compensation for your damages such as, medical bills, wages lost, pain and suffering, disability concur from the accident, and just your overall sense of a normal life.
What Causes Side Impact Accidents?
The most common reason of any type of accident, including side impact accidents, is negligence or recklessness. The light turned green for you, or you had the right-away at an intersection, but you were suddenly struck on the side by someone who ran their red light due to careless acts like, texting or talking on their cellphone. You have a legal right if you have undergone a side impact accident caused by somebody else. You are entitled to retrieve recompense for the damages and injuries done to you. An experienced personal injury lawyer can consult and con to a conclusion whether you are able to file a claim.
How to Handle a Side Impact Accident Case in Miami
Because suffering from a side injury accident can bring greater injuries than any other car accident, we dedicate ourselves in making the best of the situation. Often times, the severity of the injuries sustained can be determined by the speed the other vehicle was going. If the car is traveling a high speed, the person can bear critical injuries to their head, neck, back, chest, abdominal and pelvis, limb, and soft tissues. These injuries may lead to a dramatic change in the person’s life, and they are left to live with it. The best thing we can do is help these victims move forward from such a terrible experience by assuring that they are not held liable for someone else’s negligent actions.
Once your vehicle has been struck once, your airbag is no longer protecting you if it turns out to be a multiple car collision. Definitely, automobile engineers can dig dipper into ways for drivers to be more protected during unforeseen accidents. If the vehicle flips over, or rolls over, it can cause injuries to the driver, the passengers, the vehicle, and even pedestrians.
We Are a Law Firm Here to Assist You
Do not feel hopeless when you have suffered any type of accident. At Percy Martinez Personal Injury law firm, we have experienced attorneys who have dealt with many accident cases and are here to provide our education to whomever suffers this life changing event. We will work with you to provide you with the maximum compensation.
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