Head-on Collisions

One of the most dangerous and often deadly types of car accidents that happens on the road today is a head-on collision, which occurs when two vehicles collide while traveling directly toward each other. These crashes occur commonly in intersections when someone fails to yield the right of way, or on narrow two-lane roads when a driver is not dedicating his or her full attention to the road. In many circumstances, the injuries that the victim sustains may be severe or even deadly. Spartanburg and Greenville car accident lawyer Patrick E. Knie can diligently represent crash victims in many areas of South Carolina.

If you have been involved in a head-on collision caused by someone else, you may be entitled to compensation. In most of these situations, you would need to first file a lawsuit claiming that the other driver was negligent. This is a legal standard that speaks to the level of care that we owe one another on a daily basis. In general, people are expected to act with the same degree of prudence that an ordinary, reasonable person would use in a comparable situation.

When it comes to driving, there are countless distractions that can tempt you to take your eyes off the road. Sometimes, however, a few seconds is all it takes for a devastating head-on collision to occur. Also, in any situation in which a defendant failed to comply with a traffic rule or regulation, he or she has likely breached the standard of care. A reasonable driver would probably not violate the rules of the road by engaging in behaviors like failing to yield the right of way or running a red light.

After proving that the defendant failed to act according to the applicable standard of care, the plaintiff must show that his or her injuries would not have occurred but for the defendant’s negligent conduct. Next, the plaintiff must offer evidence supporting the monetary damages that he or she has claimed in the lawsuit, including medical bills, physical therapy expenses, lost wages, loss of future earning capacity, vehicle repairs, and pain and suffering, among other examples. It is critical to seek prompt medical attention soon after an accident to determine the nature and scope of your injuries and to document the treatment that you receive.

In the tragic event that a head-on collision was fatal, the surviving heirs of the decedent can potentially bring a wrongful death claim seeking damages for the loss of their loved one’s companionship, support, and love, in addition to other forms of compensation.

If you or someone you love has been hurt as the result of an avoidable head-on collision, you may be entitled to compensation. Greenville and Spartanburg car accident attorney Patrick E. Knie can assist injured individuals across Laurens, Union, Greenville, and Cherokee Counties. He can guide you through each step of the legal process with the compassionate and personal attention that you and your family deserve during this stressful time. Call motor vehicle collision attorney Patrick E. Knie at (864) 582-5118 or contact us online to set up a free consultation.