Head-on collisions tend to result in more severe injuries and higher fatalities compared to other types of crashes because of the combined momentum and speed of the vehicles involved. If you were the victim of a head-on collision due to a negligent driver’s actions, contact us for assistance. Maginnis Howard’s experienced car accident lawyers can help you secure everything you are owed for your injuries. We offer free consultations and represent our personal injury clients on a contingency basis. That means you don’t pay unless we win.
Causes of Head-On Collisions
These potentially deadly collisions typically occur when one driver ends up on the wrong side of the road and strikes oncoming traffic. Common causes of a frontal crash include impaired driving, distracted driving, or reckless driving. Less common situations include unsafe passing, driver fatigue, or driver confusion (i.e., driving the wrong way on a one-way street or entering the highway in the wrong direction).
Other causes of head-on collisions include road hazards and inclement weather. Many of these crashes are more likely to occur in rural areas, at high speeds, and at night. When these accidents do happen, the injuries are typically very severe.
Head-On Collision Statistics
According to the Department of Transportation (DOT), only 2% of automobile collisions are head-on, yet they account for around 10% of driving fatalities. Notably, 75% of head-on collisions occur on rural roads, such as two-lane roads.
Possible Damages Recoverable
In the event of a car accident, compensation may be available for the following damages:
- Hospital & doctor bills
- The cost of future medical care related to the accident
- Lost wages and future lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Compensation for disability or disfigurement
North Carolina Head-On Collision Attorneys
Pursuing compensation after an automobile collision is a complex matter. An experienced team of personal injury attorneys can assess the factors contributing to the crash and your injuries to get you the best settlement possible. Contact us if you were injured in a head-on collision accident in Charlotte, Raleigh, Fayetteville, or anywhere in the Carolinas. You may use our Live Chat feature or visit our contact page for more information on the Maginnis Howard branch closest to you.
