Denis Davydov
Head-On Collision Accident Lawyer in New York
While head-on collisions may not be as common as other types of car crashes, they are often the most severe. These types of accidents often leave individuals catastrophically injured and in some cases may result in the victim’s death. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a head-on accident in New York, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries or a wrongful death claim.
At the Law Offices of Denis Davydov, our lawyers have decades of experience helping victims of car accidents. We have successfully taken on insurance companies in cases small and big, and have won millions of dollars for our clients. Call now (718) 332 5919 – all consultations are free. We never get paid, unless you do.
What is a Head-On Collision?
The accident known as a head-on collision, or a frontal crash, occurs when one car crosses the centerline or a median and hits another car traveling in the opposite direction in a front to front impact.
Some of the most devastating accidents on our highways and roads causing damage are due to head-on collisions. The motor-vehicle crashes still cause less deaths than cancer but their numbers are growing rapidly. Such accidents can be far more dangerous because of the exponential force of two cars moving at fast speeds toward each other from opposite directions.
While any car accident can cause serious injuries, head-on collisions are more likely to cause catastrophic harm or fatalities to motorists and their passengers. The personal injury and damage to the human body caused by such collisions can easily end a life.
Head-on collisions have a higher injury and fatality rate than any other car accident on our roads. Despite representing only 2 percent of overall crashes, head-on collisions lead to over 10 percent of traffic fatalities in the United States and end the life of many people. Data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reported a 59 percent fatality rate for occupants in multiple-vehicle head-on crashes in 2019. That is almost double all other car accidents combined. If you’ve been hurt in a collision call to speak with a head-on collision accident lawyer or a rear-end collision accident lawyer at the Law Offices of Denis Davydov, we are here to help (718) 332-5919.
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Common Causes of Head-On Collision Accidents in New York
In a head-on car accident, one driver is on the wrong side of the road. The crash they cause may end someone’s life or cause personal injury. This is often not just an accident but a case of serious negligence. Many head-on collisions are caused by:
- Drug or alcohol-impaired driving - Impaired driving decreases driver reaction times and often leads to motorist’s error or recklessness and thus to an accident.
- Unsafe passing - Drivers can misjudge the time it takes to safely pass another car on two-lane roads or try to pass in no-passing zones. In these cases, there is little they can do to avoid an accident with an oncoming vehicle.
- Distracted driving - Motorist distraction such as cell phone use, looking at GPA, or just adjusting the instrument panel on the dashboard can cause a motorist to lose focus and wander over the centerline and in the way of oncoming traffic.
- Drowsy driving - When a motorist inadvertently dozes off behind the wheel, even for a period of a few seconds, it can cause the car to drift over the centerline into oncoming traffic and lead to terrible accidents.
- Unsafe road conditions and construction zones - Navigating around unsafe road conditions or a construction zone may cause a driver to move into another lane and an oncoming car.
- Poor weather conditions - Poor weather conditions can cause accidents when drivers do not see centerline details and veer into the oncoming lane.
- Confusion and driving the wrong way - Driver confusion often leads to someone driving the wrong way down a one-way street, a divided highway, or an entry/exit ramp. In this case a car accident causing personal injury can be inevitable.
- Speeding around curves - Speeding around curves can lead to an accident when a driver loses control of the vehicle and veers into oncoming traffic.
In the case when negligence has been a factor in the accident and caused injuries, the at-fault party can be held accountable for any damages that resulted from their mistakes or recklessness. If you’ve been injured, you should get the assistance of an experienced head-on collision attorney to ensure that you get fairly compensated for your injuries. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you establish if you have a case and file a claim with an insurance company. For a free, no-obligation with a top-rated Brooklyn car accident lawyer, call now: (718) 332-5919.
Proving Fault in a Head-On Collision Accident in New York
New York is a no-fault insurance state, but this does not mean that nobody is at fault in an accident scenario. It only means that each party will look first to their own insurance if they receive injury in an accident. Someone who received personal injury in a car accident caused by another party’s negligence still has the right to pursue compensation from the at-fault party or their insurance company for their injuries.
Unfortunately, the burden of proof is with the victim and getting compensation for your injuries is much easier if you have a qualified accident lawyer on your side. An experienced head-on collision lawyer understands what they must do in order to prove fault in a car accident and can collect evidence that you may not have access to, such as surveillance video.
Your attorney may even analyze critical evidence of your case with the assistance of an accident recreation expert to prove what happened during the accident. The personal injury lawyer knows what medical evidence you need to collect to prove the injuries you have received. If you or a loved one has been in a head-on collision with a truck, call to speak with a top-rated New York truck accident lawyer (718) 332-5919.
Proving Negligence in a Car Crash
Every lawyer would tell you that the proof of negligence is one of the cornerstones of a personal injury case. Proving the case of negligence requires individually proving four different “elements” of negligence, including:
- The other driver owed a duty of care - all drivers owe others who use the road the duty to drive safely and avoid carelessness and accidents.
- Breach of duty - When the other driver is not driving in consideration of others, driving while impaired, distracted, or reckless, they are not exercising a duty of care and might cause personal injury to others.
- Cause - The breach of that duty of care was a direct cause of the accident.
- Damages - The accident resulted in injuries and financial costs to the victim.
Although this may seem straightforward, fault and cause may not always be obvious in every case. This is when it is beneficial to have a legal advocate in your corner to ensure that you are treated fairly and honestly and that you have a higher chance of getting the compensation you deserve. Our firm understands that you may be physically and financially affected by devastating injuries or the death of a loved one due to a head-on collision, call to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney, call now (718) 332-5919.
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Injuries Caused by Car Head-On Collisions
Injuries that are sustained in a head-on collision in New York can be catastrophic and can impact almost any part of the body. Even in the case when all occupants are wearing seatbelts, the impact of this kind of collision can cause severe damage and personal injury. At times even safety equipment can cause serious injury. Since accidents are very traumatic, the common injuries in these accidents can include:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Serious fractures
- Orthopedic damage to the neck and back
- Crushed legs and arms
- Disfigurement
- Amputation
- Paralysis
- Ribcage damage
- Internal organ damages
- Internal bleeding
- Wrongful death
Unsecured occupants may even be ejected from the car upon impact. Our experienced New York personal injury lawyers can help establish liability. We are here to answer all your FAQs. Call to speak about your case with an experienced lawyer: (718) 332-5919.
Insurance Coverage: What Kind of Personal Injury Benefits Can You Receive?
In case if you have been injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another driver, the law says that you are entitled to be compensated for your personal injury by an insurance company. In this case the compensation can include:
- Your medical costs, including emergency services, surgeries, doctor visits, medications, medical equipment, specialized nursing care, rehabilitative treatments of the injuries, including physical and occupational therapies
- Future potential new medical costs as they pertain to your injuries
- Loss of wages if you have been unable to work
- Loss of future earning capacity if you are unable to return to your former career
- Personal property losses and damage
- Pain and suffering
- Wrongful death benefits for surviving family members
Having an experienced New York head-on collision attorney on your side will help ensure that you get the settlement you deserve after a serious car accident and the personal injury you’ve received. Each new legal case is personally handled by one of our highly experienced accident attorneys who specialize in collisions. They can help determine liability and tell you if you are entitled to an insurance settlement. If you need to speak with a top-rated New York wrongful death lawyer or a car accident lawyer, call now, all consultations are free (718) 332-5919.
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Experienced Head-On Collision Accident Lawyer in New York
If you have received serious personal injury in a head-on collision in New York, you need an advocate who will fight for your rights and the insurance compensation you deserve. Whether it is a minor collision or a more serious matter that needs to be taken to the court with a jury involved, we are here to help. Contact the New York head-on collision attorneys at the Law Offices of Denis Davydov for a free case review. We work on a contingency fee basis so you pay no legal fees until we determine liability and recover compensation on your behalf.
