Denver Head-On Collision Attorney

With millions of traffic accidents occurring annually in the United States, none of them are safe, and no one expects to be in one. Some of the most dangerous collisions are head-on collisions, with two vehicles traveling opposite directions crashing into each other. Because the force of a collision is a function of the momentum of the two vehicles, two vehicles traveling in opposite directions hit each other with a greater impact than in most other types of collisions. For this reason, head-on collisions have a tremendous potential for serious injury.

Typically, a frontal or head-on collision might occur when a vehicle crosses over the center line into oncoming traffic. Some things that might cause this include:

• Driver distraction from a hand-held electronic device

• Sleepiness or fatigue

• Drugs or alcohol

• Passing another vehicle with limited road visibility

• Loss of control while trying to avoid a collision with another vehicle or highway obstruction

Because the force of impact in a head-on collision tends to push the occupants of the vehicles forward, there are many different injuries that can occur. From friction burns from seat belts, to scrapes and broken bones, to traumatic head injury, the forces that occur during a head-on collision, especially if the vehicles are moving at highway speeds, are impossible to predict. Additionally, in a vehicle with no air bags, or faulty air bags, the steering wheel and dashboard can cause traumatic head injuries.

If you have been involved in a head-on collision in Denver or the Front Range, you need to speak with a Denver auto accident attorney as soon as possible to discuss your options. In many cases, it is relatively clear who is at fault in a head-on collision, however in addition to taking legal action against a negligent driver, an attorney can also negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf and help file disability claims if appropriate.

Keith Fuicelli is a Denver car accident attorney who is dedicated to protecting people who have been injured by other drivers’ negligence in car wrecks. He believes in keeping an open line of communication with clients, and delivers a high level of integrity and personal service to all of his clients. For more information and a FREE CONSULTATION, contact Keith at the Law Firm of Fuicelli and Lee at (303)355-7202.