Automobile accidents affect thousands of people in Texas every year. Drivers and passengers need to be aware of the most common types of car accidents that take place in Texas every year. The more informed you are of the dangers of driving on roadways in the Lone Star State, the easier it will be for you to avoid accidents resulting in serious bodily injury or death.
Pileups of Multiple Automobiles
Motor vehicle accidents involving three or more automobiles can cause catastrophic injuries and extensive property damage. Sometimes referred to as “chain reaction” accidents, these incidents occur most often on freeways. Some of the common causes of multi-vehicle pileups include speeding, distracted driving, and following too closely.
In 2022, approximately 15,299 serious injury crashes occurred in Texas. Assessing which parties may be liable in these types of auto accident cases often takes months due to the number of parties who suffer serious bodily injuries.
Rollover Accidents
Rollover accidents are extraordinarily dangerous because drivers and passengers may be ejected from their vehicles. Some victims suffer fatal injuries during rollover accidents. It is possible for rollover accidents to take place in both rural and urban areas of Texas. Drivers in SUVs, vans, and trucks are more likely to be involved in rollover accidents due to these types of vehicles being top-heavy when compared with smaller automobiles.
Sideswipe Accidents
When one side of a vehicle slams into the side of another vehicle, the type of collision is referred to as a “sideswipe” accident. For example, drivers who perform sudden merging maneuvers are more likely to be involved in sideswipe accidents.
Also, drivers who change lanes without using a turn signal may scrape against the side of another vehicle. It is possible for sideswipe accidents to cause a chain reaction, which results in an accident that affects more than three automobiles.
Side-Impact Collisions
Sometimes, side-impact collisions are referred to as “T-bone” crashes because a T-shape formation occurs when one vehicle collides into the side of another automobile. Distracted drivers, intoxicated drivers, and fatigued drivers often cause side-impact collisions when they drive through intersections or four-way stops without following traffic signals. Also, drivers often cause side-impact collisions when they make improper lane changes or fail to check their blind spots before changing lanes.
Frontal Collisions
Frontal collisions occur when two automobiles strike each other head-on. It is not uncommon for drivers who are intoxicated to drive the wrong way down a one-way street and collide with another automobile. Drivers and passengers may suffer serious bodily injury or death during a frontal collision due to the sudden force unleashed upon impact.
Drivers need to ensure that they refrain from using alcohol and drugs while operating a motor vehicle in Texas. Unfortunately, many head-on collisions occur when two vehicles are operating at high rates of speed, and this makes it more likely that the motorists involved will suffer fatal injuries.
If a loved one died during a frontal collision, then you or other surviving family members may be able to bring a wrongful death lawsuit against the party responsible for causing the crash.
Single-Vehicle Accidents
Single-vehicle accidents often occur when a driver strikes a tree or embankment. These accidents may occur more often during poor weather conditions, such as rain, fog, ice, and snow. Also, distracted driving, speeding, and intoxicated driving are three of the most common causes of motor vehicle accidents involving only one automobile.
Rear-End Collisions
A rear-end collision happens when a vehicle strikes another automobile from behind. The freeways in Texas are common places where rear-end collisions occur. Drivers and passengers in the vehicle which is struck from behind often suffer whiplash, neck injuries, and back injuries. Accident victims may not notice any discernible symptoms caused by these injuries until weeks after the date of the injury.
Unfortunately, some individuals suffer fractured bones when their faces strike a steering wheel or other object inside the automobile. Rear-end collisions are also capable of causing extensive property damage to both automobiles involved in the impact.
Highway Accidents
Accidents that occur on the highways and freeways throughout the cities of Texas can cause serious bodily injury or death. Two of the most common causes of highway accidents are driving at an excessive rate of speed and distracted driving. Texting and driving is one of the most dangerous forms of distracted driving any motorist can engage in at any time. When a driver texts and drives while traveling down a freeway, it puts the lives of everyone near them at risk.
Highway accidents can take place in a second, but the consequences can affect the victims for decades. Many victims who suffer injuries during highway accidents may experience temporary or permanent disability. Spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries can severely limit a survivor’s ability to move on with their life.
Individuals who suffer injuries during highway accidents may need emergency medical care. If you or a loved one undergoes surgery due to the injuries you sustained during a highway accident, then you need to inform your attorney of all the details associated with your medical treatment. One of the tasks a personal injury lawyer will perform is requesting medical records on your behalf.
The Benefits of Retaining Legal Representation After Suffering Injuries During an Automobile Accident
Retaining legal representation is essential if you want to understand the scope and extent of your legal rights. You do not have to wait to seek out an attorney after you suffer injuries during a car accident. When you hire a lawyer, you can work with them to begin gathering evidence to substantiate your legal claims, and you will be able to speak with your attorney about the progress of your civil lawsuit.
A civil lawsuit proceeds in stages, and having an attorney on your side can ensure that you will be able to protect your legal rights throughout the entire course of a civil lawsuit. While the majority of civil lawsuits are resolved through settlement negotiation or mediation, the experienced legal team at Liggett Law Group begins every case with an eye toward going to trial so you get the best possible representation at every stage of your case.
A personal injury lawyer will draft a civil complaint, respond to discovery requests, and draft motions to be filed in court. Also, your Lubbock attorney will draft correspondence and communicate with insurance companies and opposing counsel throughout every stage of your case. If you proceed without an attorney, it can be difficult to keep up with every aspect of your personal injury case.
Liggett Law Group Can Help You with Your Automobile Accident Case
Individuals who suffer injuries during automobile accidents often do not understand what to do when they want to seek financial compensation for their injuries. You have the right to legal representation, and the car accident attorneys at Liggett Law Group can help you with every part of your automobile accident case. We help clients in and around our beloved Lubbock, Texas community learn more about their legal rights and what they can do to recover from their injuries.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. We can analyze the facts of your case and help you recover from your injuries. Our attorneys will work with you to help you move forward with your life after suffering injuries during a car accident.