A rear-end collision is often blamed on the driver of the rear car, but every accident is different. It is also possible for the lead driver to contribute to an accident. If you were injured in a rear-end collision and believe someone else was to blame for the crash, you may want to pursue damages. A car accident lawyer in Queens can help you assign blame and fight for fair compensation.
Who Gets Blamed for a Rear-End Collision?
As we mentioned, the rear driver often gets the blame in a rear-end collision. Generally, the expectation is that they should be paying enough attention to the road and giving the lead driver a good amount of space. If they hit the car in front of them, it was due to negligence on their part.
Sometimes the lead driver can be blamed for the accident though. It often comes down to poor car maintenance or a case of road rage. If the lead driver does not have working brake lights, the car that rear-ends them can argue that the lead driver is at least partially at fault. If the lead driver is driving aggressively, speeding, and “brake checking” anyone behind them, then they could also take a share of the blame.
What Are Common Injuries in a Rear-End Collision?
Many rear-end collisions occur at lower speeds, but such accidents can still easily cause serious injuries. One of the ailments closely related to rear-end accidents is whiplash. This is neck damage that occurs when the neck and head “whip” back and forth during the collision. It can cause severe pain and all sorts of medical problems, and it can be hard to diagnose at first. These accidents can also cause:
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injury
- Organ damage
- Internal bleeding
Getting medical care should be a top priority after a car accident like this, even if you do not feel like you are hurt.
Can I Pursue Damages After an Accident?
Yes. If you believe that someone else was at fault for the rear-end collision that injured you or a loved one, you should pursue compensation. A fair settlement offer should help make up for:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Pain from disability or disfigurement
- A loss of earning potential
- Property damages
That first settlement offer from the insurance company is rarely enough to cover your expenses. Our attorneys can help you fight for a more robust offer.
Do I Need a Personal Injury Attorney?
It can be beneficial to have a personal injury attorney on your side in a car accident case. Your attorney can:
- Handle communications on your behalf
- Calculate fair compensation and field settlement offers
- Defend you from any accusations of wrongdoing
- Gather the evidence needed to make your case
The insurance companies are sure to have lawyers on their side. Maybe it is time to even the odds.
Schedule a Consultation
If you plan to pursue damages after a rear-end collision, you do not have to fight to make things right on your own. Contact the Law Offices of George Poulos and learn more about what we can do to help you and your family fight for maximum compensation.
