Car Accident Causes

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The Washington DC attorneys at The Abelson Law Firm have more than 35 years of experience in handling car accident cases and can help you. When you have suffered serious injury as a result of a car accident, our attorneys are well prepared to handle all your legal needs. Call us at 202-331-0600 or toll free at 1-888-797-4242 or contact us online for immediate attention to your case.

Whether referred to as automobile accidents, auto collisions, car accidents, car crashes, or car wrecks, they have a dramatic impact upon each of us. Victims suffer broken bones, head and spine trauma, and diminished physical and mental capabilities that may last for months or years beyond the accident.

Auto - car accidents can be caused by any number of reasons including:

• Driver negligence;
• Driver impairment, including alcohol or drug use;
• Driver recklessness;
• Defective automobiles or parts;
• Dangerous road conditions;

Many drivers are distracted by talking to passengers, eating, drinking, talking on cell phones, adjusting the radio, or programming the navigation system. Some drivers make improper turns, fail to obey traffic signals, speed, or operate their vehicles while tired, sick or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Some of the more common scenarios where accidents occur include:

• Intersections -- Many motor vehicle accidents occur at intersections due to traffic lanes crossing, vehicles turning, and drivers changing speed or stopping. In fact, the Driving Institute of America states that over 40% of all car accident fatalities involve drivers either failing to yield the right of way, driving through a stop sign, or ignoring a traffic light.
• Left Turns -- With some rare exceptions, a car making a left turn must yield the right of way to a car coming straight in the opposite direction. The law says that the car making the left turn must wait until it can safely complete the turn before moving in front of oncoming traffic.
• Rear-end Collisions-- If someone hits you from behind, the accident is usually the other driver's fault, regardless of the reason you stopped. The law says that a driver must be able to stop safely if a vehicle stops ahead of him/her.

Automobile, car and truck accidents can result in an array of injuries from whiplash to broken bones, burns, leg, hand and head injuries. There are many types of general damages that may be included in the claim, including compensation for medical bills, loss of income, disability, pain and suffering and even wrongful death. However, there is a limited amount of time to take legal action, so it is important to obtain legal help immediately. Timely action also helps to preserve valuable evidence and maximizes any potential recovery.

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury due to an automobile accident, car accident or truck accident, you should speak with an experienced attorney to ensure that your legal rights are protected. Please call The Abelson Law Firm at 202-331-0600 or toll free at 1-888-797-4242 or contact us online. We take car accidents very seriously and we are ready to help with a free initial consultation.