If you or someone you love has been injured in a rear-end collision, you may be entitled to pursue compensation to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
A Rome rear-end collisions lawyer from Bader Scott Injury Lawyers is ready to fight for your case. Call today at (404) 888-8888 to learn more about our firm and how we will fight for your rights after another driver’s negligence leaves you hurt.
Pursuing Compensation After a Rear-End Collision
After a rear-end collision, you may not be able to get back to work or find a new job, not to mention the medical bills and vehicle repair costs that can pile up. You may want to pursue compensation for these losses, as well as for your pain and mental suffering.
How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help
A personal injury lawyer from our firm can fight for you. When you hire us, we will investigate what happened and why it happened, using the evidence we uncover to compile the strongest possible case on your behalf. Then, we will use this to negotiate for the compensation you deserve.
Sometimes the insurance companies will agree to settle for an amount that reflects your losses, but other times you may need to take your case to court to seek the best possible outcome for you and your family. We can do this on your behalf while keeping your best interests in mind.
At Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, we are committed to serving the wrongfully injured in the Atlanta area. We will keep you in the loop on your case and give you the personal attention and respect you need as we advocate for your rights.
For a free legal consultation with a rear-end collisions lawyer serving Rome, call (404) 888-8888
Common Causes of Rear-End Collisions
Rear-end collisions can result from a variety of factors, but these accidents often occur due to a driver’s error. The following forms of negligence may have contributed to your accident, and we can look for evidence of them to support your case.
Distracted Driving
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving is any activity that takes a driver’s attention away from the road. It includes high-tech distractions like texting, web browsing, calling, and messing with the GPS or radio, as well as things like eating and drinking or talking to passengers.
Distracted drivers may not be able to see a vehicle in front of them, obey a stop sign, or obey a red light until it is too late, causing rear-end collisions.
Drunk or Drug-Impaired Driving
Drivers who are under the influence have dulled reflexes and senses. They may struggle to see and respond in time to a vehicle in front of them. They may also have a difficult time gauging distance and make reckless driving choices that a sober driver would not have made.
Fatigued Driving
Fatigue can also dull a driver’s senses and reflexes. In the worst-case scenario, drowsy drivers can even fall asleep at the wheel, causing serious rear-end collisions. Drivers can become fatigued if they did not get enough sleep the previous night, if they have been driving for too long, or if they are driving at night.
Tailgating and Road Rage
Drivers who are speeding, demonstrating road rage, or otherwise behaving recklessly may follow your vehicle too closely. When tailgating, the negligent driver may not be able to stop in time to prevent a rear-end collision.
How Negligent Driving Impacts Your Case
All of these causes of rear-end collisions are rooted in negligence. If not for the driver’s negligent actions, then the crash and your injuries would never have happened.
With the help of a Rome rear-end collisions lawyer from Bader Scott Injury Lawyers, you can demonstrate this through an insurance claim or lawsuit and seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Call a representative today for a free consultation at (404) 888-8888.
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Common Injuries from Rear-End Collisions
Even if a rear-end collision happens at a low speed, serious injuries can result from the crash. Some of the most common injuries resulting from rear-end collisions include the following.
Neck Injuries
Whiplash is a common injury in these kinds of collisions. According to the Mayo Clinic, whiplash can be caused by any force that shakes the head and neck back-and-forth. This painful injury sometimes resolves itself within a few weeks; however, it may also develop into a chronic condition requiring ongoing treatment.
Back and Spinal Cord Injuries
Back injuries may include sprains, herniated discs, and spinal damage. In severe cases, damage to the spinal cord can cause nerve damage that limits the function and sensation in parts of the body.
This can result in paraplegia (paralysis of the lower body) as well as quadriplegia (paralysis of the upper and lower body.) Additional compensation may be available for permanent disabilities.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Traumatic brain injuries are caused by the head being struck forcefully. While some TBIs involve mild symptoms and resolve in a few days, others involve dangerous brain bleeds, coma, and even death.
Broken Bones
Fractures can range from minor to severe and disfiguring. Truly serious fractures to the limbs may even require surgery to fix, and fractured ribs can puncture lungs and cause internal bleeding.
Abrasions and Lacerations
Skin abrasions and lacerations are not only painful but also can result in infection and scarring. Sometimes surgery may be required to treat them, and the scarring can be disfiguring.
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Call Bader Scott Injury Lawyers Today
According to O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, you generally have two years after you are injured in which to file suit. Your time is limited. Call someone from Bader Scott Injury Lawyers today at (404) 888-8888 to receive your free consultation. A Rome rear-end collisions lawyer from our team may be able to help you and your family seek the compensation you deserve.
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