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Types of Truck Crash The impact of a truck crash can cause serious injuries to both the truck driver as well as the occupants of the truck. Due to their size truck's size, they can be difficult to maneuver or stop. A crash can be caused by fatigue, driver mistakes or safety issues. It's sometimes difficult to determine who is responsible. Rear-End Collisions Rear-end collisions are common. These happen when two vehicles collide, typically at a traffic intersection. This can happen when motorists fail to notice the red light or stop in front of them and continues to drive at full speed through the intersection. When a car is traveling at high speeds and it strikes another vehicle from the rear, the drivers of both vehicles can be seriously injured. This is especially true if the truck that is being hit is 40 times heavier than a normal vehicle. Many times, the brakes on the leading vehicle fail to stop the trailing vehicle before the collision. This is especially true if a truck is fully loaded and is traveling at high speeds. These crashes can prove fatal or extremely serious. An attorney can assist you identify the facts and get you the compensation you require if you are involved in rear-end collisions. A common injury sustained in rear-end collisions is whiplash. It is a sudden motion of the neck and head that can cause pain, muscle spasms, stiffness, or headaches. Symptoms of this injury can take several days or even weeks to develop, so it is crucial to seek medical attention as soon as possible after an accident with a rear end. This will help you avoid severe back and spinal injuries like herniated discs. Rear-end collisions are often accompanied by broken bones. They can result of glass shards or metal or other debris flying across the road before striking the car's occupants. There are many causes that can lead to rear-end collisions. Some of them are poor weather conditions and car damage. decatur -end crashes are usually caused by drivers who lose focus on the road. Many drivers become distracted by radio broadcasts or cell phone conversations while driving. Drivers who are in front might be distracted by reckless or illegal actions driving. Head-On Collisions Two vehicles are involved in a head-on collision. This can cause severe damage to both vehicles. These accidents are not common, but they can be life-threatening and devastating for drivers. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that only 3 percent of all large truck accidents involve head-on collisions. These collisions are often caused by unsafe speeding and drowsy drivers. Head-on collision may also occur when a driver is on the wrong side of the road. This is quite common on rural and narrow roads, where cars travel in the lane designated to move traffic in the opposite direction. It is not legal for a car or person to pass another vehicle on the wrong side. The consequences can be serious. Amputations from trauma and crushing When a truck hits the front of a vehicle for passengers could cause the cabin of the smaller vehicle to collapse which can bind the driver or passengers against the metal that has been flattened. People who survive these collisions often suffer serious injuries, including trauma amputations and crush injuries that can lead to the possibility of a lifetime of disability as well as medical expenses. These kinds of accidents are especially deadly in areas where speed is high, for example, on city streets or highways. The speed increases make it difficult for a huge truck to stay in its lane, and also reduce the amount of time that a driver can steer clear of a collision. Multicar pileups and construction zones are two other factors that increase the chances of a head-on collision. These can create confusion for drivers, leading to drivers trying to drive in the wrong lane and creating a dangerous situation for all vehicles involved. Accidents can also happen due to other causes that are prevalent in all types of crashes. While driver mistakes are the most frequent accident-related cause environmental factors and the failure of vehicles can also be involved. Whatever the cause of a truck accident, victims and their families have to seek legal advice soon as possible after an accident. This will enable them to secure the amount they deserve for the losses that have been sustained. The faster a victim can file a claim , the more time they have to spend gathering evidence to support their case. T-Bone Collisions T-bone collisions occur when the front of one vehicle smashes into the side of another. They usually happen at intersections or the ends of arterial roads that connect to highways. If you or someone you know is involved in a T-bone collision, you may need to get an attorney. A lawyer can assist in determining who is responsible for the accident and help you obtain compensation for your injuries. These accidents are often caused by truck drivers making a mistake or not following traffic rules. This includes speeding, running a red lights or turning left and not yielding right of way. These kinds of accidents could cause serious injuries to everyone involved. It is imperative to seek medical attention immediately after an accident , so that you can be examined for any possible injuries. T-bone collisions could cause serious injuries to the neck and spine and neck and head injuries. Due to the T-bone collision discs can burst, or rupture after impact. This puts pressure on nerve tissue. These injuries may require a lengthy medical treatment such as surgery or physical therapy. In addition, the force of a T-bone accident may cause injuries to other parts of your body. You could suffer minor bruises or scrapes as well as severe burns, broken bones, and brain injuries that are traumatic. T-bone collisions are extremely risky for smaller cars, which are less protected than large commercial trucks. Based on the severity of the injuries are, they can lead to permanent disabilities or even death. The best way to prevent these types of accidents is to not drive with passengers in your vehicle. Also, wear seatbelts, utilize airbags and take extra space between the dash and the back of your passenger's seat in the case of a T-bone collision. A T-bone collision is particularly damaging for children who are just beginning to develop. These children are more at threat of life-threatening traumas like traumatic brain injury or damage to the spinal cord. Side-Impact Collisions Side-impact collisions, also referred to as T-bone crashes can be very dangerous. These crashes are often caused by unsafe maneuvers like changing lanes, not paying attention to their blind spots or driving around curves at high speed. These kinds of accidents may also be caused due to poor conditions in the weather, which could hinder visibility and increase stopping distances. Side-impact collisions can cause severe injuries to the occupants of the vehicle. Side-impact collisions can cause serious injuries to the head and limbs and brain injuries. Side-impact collisions are more likely to cause death than head-on and rear-end collisions due to the lack of protection offered by seatbelts as well as other safety restraints. Despite many safety improvements however, these accidents can cause serious injuries. It is imperative to seek medical attention if injured in a collision that causes a side impact. An experienced truck accident lawyer can assist you in determining if the driver or trucking company is responsible and help you get compensation for your injuries and other damages. You may be able receive compensation for insurance from the other driver after you file a claim with their company. Don't accept a settlement that is quick. The settlement might not be sufficient to cover your medical bills, pain, suffering, and other damages. To be able to claim the compensation that you are entitled to, you should speak with an experienced truck accident attorney should you be injured in a side-impact collision. We are able to work with aforensic engineer or other experts to reconstruct the crash and determine whether the other driver was at fault. Our firm will help you understand your rights, and how to defend them at all stages of your case. Contact us or start a free chat with an attorney from our team to set up your appointment today. You could be eligible for compensation for lost wages and medical bills, pain, suffering, and other losses depending on the circumstances of your accident. We can help you in all of these areas and ensure that you get the full amount due to you.
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