Almost all of us have experienced a rear-end collision, and many might regard a rear-end collision a minor accident or a fender bender. However, rear-end collisions can be serious and cause extensive injuries as well as fatalities. According to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.), rear-end accidents are common and made up 7.2% of all fatal accidents in the U.S. in 2017.
If you suffered extensive injuries or lost a loved one in a rear-end collision, you could receive compensation. Connecting with a Sacramento rear-end collisions lawyer can help you get clear on your legal options. Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC today for your free consultation to find out if you have a case: (844) 730-0233
Rear-End Collision Injuries
Injuries can vary widely in rear-end collisions. However, according to Mayo Clinic, whiplash and neck injuries caused by the rapid back and forward motion of the neck in a rear-end accident are some of the most common injuries in such accidents. Other rear-end accident injuries can include:
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Injuries to the head and brain can happen in any accident where the head is violently jolted or struck, resulting in a concussion and head injury. Symptoms of a TBI can be headaches, slurred speech, dizziness, amnesia, and loss of consciousness, among others.
Back Injuries
In a rear-end accident, the impact of a crash can exert a tremendous force on a person’s back and vertebrae which can cause persistent and excruciating lower back pain for an accident victim.
Spinal Cord Injuries
The sheer force of a rear-end collision can cause spinal cord injuries. Damage to the spinal cord can be devastating to an accident victim and cause irreversible paralysis, among other debilitating problems.
A rear-end collision can cause a variety of other injuries, such as fractures and disfigurement. If you were in a rear-end collision and suffered extensive or life-changing injuries, you should consult a Sacramento rear-end collisions lawyer who could help you recover compensation for your injuries and suffering.
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Collecting Evidence
If you suffered any injuries in a rear-end collision, you should see a doctor immediately after the accident. If you have not yet consulted with a medical provider and think that you have only minor injuries, you should still see a doctor as soon as possible. Your priority should always be your health and consider that some injuries may show barely any symptoms immediately after an accident, for example, a TBI or whiplash.
Visiting your medical provider, having a thorough check-up and getting all your injuries recorded can also help you when it later comes to negotiating a settlement with the at-fault driver’s insurance, or when filing a personal injury lawsuit. Also, if you wait too long to get a medical report for your injuries, an insurance company may be able to deny your claim altogether.
After any rear-end collision, make sure to collect any evidence you can to support your case. This includes photographs, police reports, eyewitness contact details and statements, and any medical bills you might have. Collecting and preserving evidence can be invaluable if you need to file a lawsuit. It can be helpful to work with a Sacramento rear-end collisions lawyer as soon as you can to help you gather the necessary evidence for your case.
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Proving Negligence of the At-Fault Driver
If your accident was someone else’s fault, you should not be left with all your property damage and medical costs, and you may be able to hold them to account. However, even if you are convinced the other driver is at fault, in order to have a personal injury case you will need evidence that clearly proves the other driver’s responsibility.
Theoretically, you and your lawyer will need to prove that the driver failed to exercise reasonable care. Failing to exercise reasonable care could be driving at too high a speed for road and weather conditions, or driving distractedly, for example. You will also need to prove the following elements in a rear-end collision case:
- The defendant owed you a duty of care.
- The defendant’s negligence led to a breach of that duty.
- The defendant’s negligence caused the accident and your injuries.
- You have tangible damages such as medical bills.
You do not have to struggle with legal technicalities on your own. Your Sacramento rear-end collisions lawyer knows the applicable laws and can help you prove your case. Call today for your free case evaluation.
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Compensation in a Rear-End Collision Lawsuit
It can be difficult to generalize when it comes to compensation in rear-end accident cases, as no two cases are the same. However, compensation in a personal injury lawsuit typically includes any costs associated with the accident as well as potential awards for pain and suffering. Types of compensation in a car accident can include, among others:
- Emergency room treatment and hospitalization
- Future medical bills
- Rehabilitative treatments
- Medical devices
- Prescription drugs
- Lost income and lost future income
- Facial disfigurement
- Physical or emotional suffering
- Loss of life quality
If you lost a loved one in a rear-end collision in Sacramento, you could file a wrongful death lawsuit and potentially receive awards for funeral costs and loss of companionship, among others.
Contact us to work with a Sacramento rear-end collisions lawyer and find out what types of compensation you could receive with your accident.
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California Statute of Limitations on Rear-End Collisions
If you are deciding whether you will pursue financial recovery in the rear-end collision that left you with injuries, keep an eye on the calendar because you have a limited time to do it. Statute of limitations CCP § 335.1 sets a two-year deadline for personal injury lawsuits, which starts on the date the accident occurs. You likely will not be able to proceed with your lawsuit if you miss this deadline. This also means you will not be compensated for your injuries and other accident-related losses.
Ben Crump Law, PLLC, understands that the decision to sue is an important one. If you are ready to start on your case, we are ready to help you. We will file your case on time and take care all of the important documents and communications for you. Call 800-959-1444 to schedule your free consultation today.
Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC for Help
If you recently suffered injuries and material damage in a rear-end collision accident in Sacramento, call us now. We can help you. We want to make sure that you are protected from any present financial losses and medical bills, but most importantly also that you will not have to pay for any future medical costs related to the accident out of your own pocket. If someone else’s carelessness or recklessness was responsible for your injuries, they should foot the bill and not you.
We work on a contingency-fee basis so there are no upfront payments or attorney’s costs that you need to worry about. Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC today for your free case evaluation and speak to a member of our dedicated team about how we can help you get justice: (844) 730-0233.
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