I'm The Victim of a Rear-End Collision

May 20, 2020

I'm The Victim of a Rear-End Collision

Rear-end collisions are one of the most common types of automobile accidents in the United States. In fact, according to a report by the Washington Post, nearly 1.7 million rear-end collisions are reported every year in the United States that end up killing about 170,000 people and injuring another half a million.

"I am the victim of a rear-end collision in Alabama. What should I do?"

If you have been involved in a rear-end collision that was caused by a negligent, inattentive driver and suffered injuries, the experienced Alabama car accident attorneys at the Law Office of Attorney Richard F. “Matt” Matthews can help you receive the compensation you deserve.

Determining Liability For a Rear-End Collision

In most cases, most — if not all — of the liability in a rear-end collision is pinned on the other driver. Perhaps the driver was "tailgating" you (following you too closely) and failed to see you had slowed down or stopped until it was too late and crashed into your car. However, there are also a few rare instances where you may be held partially at fault for a rear-end collision, such as:

a) If you hit the brakes suddenly for no apparent reason in a manner that is unreasonable and unsafe,
b) If you make an illegal and dangerous lane change or turn in front of the rear driver,
c) If you fail to replace broken or/and defective brake lights, and

d) If you continue to drive with a mechanical problem or flat tire and not using hazard lights or pulling over.

Common Injuries in Rear End Crashes

Most rear-end collisions are dismissed as minor fender benders. However, such accidents — particularly those that occur while vehicles are traveling at high speeds — have the potential to inflict life-threatening injuries. Some of the most common injuries that may be sustained in a rear-end collision may include:

●   Whiplash
●   Lacerations and bruising
●   Spinal damage
●   Head injuries caused by inflating air bags
●   Shoulder injuries
●   Knee injuries
●   Broken bones

● Traumatic brain injury (TBI)

If you need help recovering compensation for your physical, mental and financial suffering following a rear-end car accident in Alabama, we can help.

At the Law Office of Richard F. Matthews, our vast Alabama auto accident and personal injury experience allow us to proficiently communicate and negotiate with the insurance adjuster involved so that you can receive the compensation you deserve. In the event that a favorable settlement cannot be negotiated, we have the trial experience necessary to aggressively litigate your personal injury auto accident claim to ensure your interests are protected.
Call us at (334) 398-8408 or fill an online form now to get started with your FREE case evaluation and legal consultation.

No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers.

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