Head-on car accidents occur when one vehicle collides head-on with another vehicle traveling in the opposite direction. When these accidents happen at highway speeds, as occurs when one vehicle veers out of its lane and into oncoming traffic, the outcome is often fatal. It can be upsetting to realize that many of the causes of head-on crashes are preventable and they occur because of the negligence or recklessness of the driver who caused the crash.
At Mezrano Law Firm, we are here to guide you through the challenging process of pursuing a car accident claim after a catastrophic injury or the death of a loved one in a head-on traffic accident. You are encouraged to contact us to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
One of the most tragic facts about head-on crashes is that most could have been prevented because they are often caused by driver impairment or distraction such as:
Some injuries that can occur from a head-on traffic accident include:
The Insurance Information Institute (III) reports that head-on traffic crashes were only 2.3% of the total number of crashes and 4.1% of accidents with injuries in a recent year, but they represented 10.2% of fatal traffic crashes. In these numbers, the head-on crashes were collisions with other moving vehicles as opposed to a fixed object. So, head-on collisions are not incredibly common, but they can be deadly, or result in catastrophic injuries.
Our experienced Alabama car accident lawyers at Mezrano Law Firm take on the legal burden of pursuing your car accident injury claim. When you feel confident that your claim is being handled professionally, you can turn your attention to restoring your health and spending time with your family. Some of the things our legal team will handle for you include:
We take all personal injury cases on contingency, so you do not pay attorney fees unless we are able to recover compensation for you. Our firm advances the cost of pursuing your claim, and then after the settlement or the jury verdict, we get paid a percentage of the total. So, you enjoy the benefit of being represented by one of the premiere personal injury firms in the state, without having to pay an expensive retainer at the outset of the case. When we meet for your free initial consultation, we explain how our fee structure works, and any additional incidental costs related to your claim.
Our attorneys handle a variety of cases, including:
After a serious injury or the loss of a loved one in a head-on crash, you can rely on compassionate representation from the car accident lawyers at Mezrano Law Firm. With offices in Birmingham, Florence, Gadsden, Mobile, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa, our experienced car accident lawyers are never too far away when you need us. You are encouraged to schedule your free initial consultation to discuss your case. Please call 205-206-6300 or fill out our contact form.
If you have a case, you have a lawyer. Call us today to learn more.