Head-on collisions are some of the most dangerous car accidents a person can be involved in. If you have been injured in this type of accident, you likely want to know how you can hold the at-fault party accountable. Keep reading to get the facts and then contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation.
Determining Fault in a Head-On Car Accident
Determining who is at fault involves determining who was negligent. Negligence can involve things like violating traffic laws, operating an unsafe vehicle, driving without reasonable care, driving while distracted, and texting while driving.
In most cases, the driver who is at fault will also be the driver who is liable for paying damages to all involved parties. However, in some cases, there is more than one at-fault party. Each is responsible for damages equal to their percentage of fault. For example, if a driver was 50% at fault for the accident, then they would be responsible for 50% of the damages.
You Could Be Able to Sue for a Variety of Damages
The specific damages you can sue for depend on the damages you suffered in the accident. They are put into two categories: economic damages and noneconomic damages. Economic damages involve damages that can be fairly easily determined because they correspond directly to lost money.
Economic damages can include medical bills, lost wages, ambulance costs, ongoing care and treatment, ER treatment, medical supplies, physical therapy, prescription medication, property damage (including to the vehicle), and more.
Noneconomic damages include damages that cannot be so easily quantified financially, such as pain and suffering, loss of consortium, and loss of enjoyment of life.
How to Sue the At-Fault Party
If you believe that someone else was at fault in your head-on collision, then you should contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Report the accident to the police and insurance companies, but do not admit fault. Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company. Give the minimum amount of information required, and then contact an attorney.
Once you contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707, we will go over your case and determine how likely it is that your case could result in a significant recovery. If we believe that you have a strong case and we take it on, we will do so on a contingency basis that assures you only pay us when we recover damages. If we do not recover damages for you, then you do not owe us for your legal fees.
Call Now for a Free Legal Consultation
If you are ready for a free legal consultation, contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707. We will begin by getting to know your case and providing an outline of your options.
