REAR-END COLLISION PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS

Rear-End Collisions

The National Safety Council reports that over six million car accidents take place each year throughout the United States with 2.5 million involving rear-end collisions. Those affected by rear-end collisions often sustain significant tissue damage and head trauma – forcing many victims to miss work.

If you are struck by another vehicle when driving through Atlanta or while parked at a stop light, contact Fast Help as soon as possible. Fast Help is the premier Atlanta accident injury helpline, connecting accident victims with experienced personal injury attorneys or doctors for legal and medical support.

If you are involved in a rear-end collision, call (404) 592-0318.

Negligence In Rear-End Collisions

Rural environments like two-lane back roads are often the site of head-on collisions, along with major highways throughout Atlanta. Other common causes of head-on collisions include:

Tailgating

The majority of the traffic codes throughout the United States require drivers to maintain a reasonable or “prudent” distance from the vehicle in front of them. Drivers are considered to be imprudent when following closely behind another vehicle.

Driver Inattention

Using a smart phone device, eating food, putting on makeup, listening to music loudly, looking into the back seat, or looking away from the road are considered to be distractions that align with the legal definition of negligence.

Intoxication

Operating a vehicle while intoxicated is illegal and contains a unique set of consequences for those found guilty.

Poor Weather Conditions

High winds, ice, rain, and fog can impair a driver’s ability to operate a vehicle safely.

Road Damage

Potholes, mislabeled or hidden traffic signs, and non-working traffic signals can all affect a driver’s ability to safely operate a vehicle.

Common Rear-End Collision Injuries

The following injuries are common among rear-end collision victims and can be treated by Fast Help’s Atlanta personal injury doctors.

Whiplash

The National Safety Council reports that 20 percent of all rear-end collision victims sustain Whiplash injury as a result of their accident. Approximately 80 percent experience stiffness and find it difficult to move their neck from side to side.

Whiplash does not always produce immediate symptoms, which is why it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible following a rear-end collision.

Back Injuries

The force associated with rear-end collisions, even minor cases, can lead to spinal compression or disk herniation.

Head Injuries

The deployment of an airbag can cause deep bruises and lacerations. In accidents where an airbag doesn’t deploy, the victim’s face can smash into the steering wheel and potentially cause fractured bones or a broken nose.

Determining Who Is At Fault In A Rear-End Collision Personal Injury Claim

In rear-end collisions, drivers are considered to be at fault or negligent when they breach their duty of care as it pertains to adhering to local and federal traffic laws. This happens when a driver takes their eyes off the road, drives aggressively, or when their brakes fail as a result of not following through with regular maintenance checkups.

When a driver’s negligence leads to a rear-end collision, the victim has a legal right to seek compensation for their injuries and damages e.g. medical costs, automobile repairs, missed work, etc. Before a rear-end collision victim can file a claim against an insurance company, they must be able to provide substantial evidence that proves the other driver was negligent. They also need to prove that the negligent act or behavior was the direct cause of the accident and the victim’s injuries.

To meet the burden of proof in a rear-end collision claim, the victim must have a preponderance or majority of the evidence against the other driver. If an insurance company does not believe that there is an overwhelming amount of evidence against their insured client, they have the ability to deny the lawsuit or claim.

How To Gather Evidence In Rear-End Collision Personal Injury Claims

The following forms of evidence should be collected and presented to an experienced Atlanta personal injury attorney when trying to collect compensation for damages sustained.

Police Reports

Calling the police is a basic requirement of any car accident. The information police officers collect and provide in their official report can be used in a court of law to show who is believed to be at-fault.

Photographs

Taking pictures of an accident scene, the damage sustained to all vehicles involved, the road conditions, surrounding materials like stoplights, and any physical trauma is a great way to support a personal injury claim.

Witness Statements

If there are pedestrians or other passengers who witness a rear-end collision, try to collect their names and contact information. Witnesses can be summoned to appear in court on behalf of the plaintiff and defendant.

Medical Records

Proving that the other driver was responsible for the rear-end collision is just as important as providing evidence that shows how their actions caused the plaintiff’s injuries. Receiving an official medical record within a 48-hour window of the accident is critical for proving that the injuries were not sustained for other reasons or at another time.

Call Fast Help For Legal and Medical Support After A Rear-End Collision

If you are involved in a rear-end collision, call Fast Help immediately after calling the police. Fast Help can connect you with everything you need to recover from your accident and collect compensation for your damages.

Our team of personal injury doctors can provide treatment and evidence of your injuries. Fast Help’s attorneys can help guide you through the legal process of filing a personal injury claim, as well as ensure that your legal rights are protected.

Call (404) 592-0318 to speak with of our representatives now.