Truth be told, all auto accidents are life-threatening. But like all catastrophic injuries, you can say that some are worse than others. Auto accident cases are often some of the most complex to handle. No two accidents are alike therefore there’s a need to thoroughly evaluate the specifics of your case before moving forward. We’ll cover 4 of the most common auto accident cases we’ve seen in South Florida below.
Motorcycle accidents
Beginning with the most common, the injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents can be worse than in car accidents. This is because, in a motorcycle accident, your body doesn’t have any exterior protection. Furthermore, other drivers on the road may not be looking out for motorcycles even if they are legally required to. There’s also a common misconception that motorcyclists are very reckless hence they are always assumed to be at fault. But even if you weren’t wearing a helmet at the time of the accident, it doesn’t automatically mean that you don’t qualify for any compensation. It’s always best to speak to a lawyer who will evaluate your case and advice on the best way forward.
Truck accidents
Accidents involving large trucks can be disastrous. Because of their mass, when a truck hits a pedestrian, the results are often devastating. Many of them result in serious debilitating injuries such as spinal cord injuries, brain damage, head injuries and sometimes death. Investigations begin immediately to determine who was at fault as insurance companies aim at deflecting allegations of negligence and reducing their liability as much as they can. If you or a loved one sustains injuries after a truck accident, work with a personal injury lawyer who will fight for you to get financial compensation that you deserve for your injuries.
Head-on collisions
Serious injuries can be sustained in a head-on collision. The results are often fatal if both vehicles were going at high speeds. Injuries often sustained after collisions include brain injuries, amputations, and spinal cord injuries, which lead to pain and suffering changing the victim’s life forever. Most of these accidents are preventable which means that when they occur, someone is often at fault. You can file a wrongful death lawsuit if you lost a loved one as a result of a head-on collision accident. You must work with a personal injury lawyer with experience handling head-on collision cases who knows exactly how to prove fault.
Vehicle roll-over collisions
Roll-over collisions are accidents that cause the vehicle to tip over. When a vehicle tips over, it can lead to severe injuries. Occupants can suffer head injuries and even death. Many accidents of this kind are due to poor vehicle design, reckless driving, overloading or defective components. If the accident is as a result of poor vehicle design, you must work with a law firm with experience in auto defect litigation. To get a full and complete compensation, your lawyer must work with experts to understand the extent of the injuries caused by the accident.