With millions of car accidents taking place annually across the country and right here in Colorado, there are many different types of accidents, each of which may carry a different set of expectations and problems. One very common type of car accident is the side-collision, commonly referred to as a t-bone. T-bone collisions can be extremely dangerous, and result in thousands of traffic fatalities every year.
In many cases, side-collision accidents result either from a driver failing to stop for a sign or traffic signal, or stopping but then failing to properly yield the right-of-way and pulling into the intersection in the path of another vehicle. In either case, the accident would be considered to be caused by that driver’s negligence. Side-impact collisions can also be caused by inclement weather, forcing two vehicles driving side by side to slide into each other. As with any other type of accident, drivers who are distracted and focusing their attention away from the road may cause side impact collisions. Anyone who has been injured in a side impact collision should contact a Denver car accident lawyer as soon as possible, because the consequences of these accidents can be severe, and very complicated.
The injuries that can be caused by side impact collisions can be catastrophic. Because the direction of travel of the struck vehicle can change so dramatically, it is not unusual for the heads of the occupants to be jerked suddenly from side to side. When this happens, the ligaments and muscles in the neck can be strained with resulting soft tissue damage, and the possibility of whiplash or ruptured discs. Similarly, the sudden impact can cause the spine to compress, potentially rupturing discs in the thoracic vertebrae. These are both potentially debilitating injuries. Many cars and trucks manufactured today come equipped with side-impact air bags, but there remains the risk of serious spinal injury.
If you have been injured in a side impact collision, contact Denver car accident attorney Keith Fuicelli immediately. Keith will give you a FREE CONSULTATION, at which time he will go over the details of your situation with you and help you decide whether there was negligence involved, and whether you have a legal claim. Additionally, Keith can help you negotiate with your insurance company, to help ensure that your physical and financial health is ensured. For more information, contact Keith at Fuicelli and Lee at (303)355-7202.
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