Car accidents are a significant cause of personal injuries that require compensation. Unfortunately, they can leave you struggling to get back to everyday life and dealing with insurance companies that do not want to pay for your losses. That can make it even more challenging to recover from a wreck.
Awareness of some types of accidents can help you be ready on the road. Here are some of the most common examples of car accidents.
1. Rear-end
If you tailgate or drive distracted, you could end up rear-ending someone. If you tailgate, you will not have enough time to react when the car in front of you slams on the brakes. Likewise, drowsy, drunk and distracted driving can make you more likely to rear-end someone. However, before reporting the accident, ensure you clearly identify who is at fault. In some cases, it could be that the driver in front of you suddenly slammed on the brakes in moving traffic or reversed abnormally.
2. Head-on
These collisions are less common, but they are much more dangerous. The impact force is significantly greater with both vehicles approaching each other. Therefore, these are more likely to cause serious injuries or death.
If one of these situations injures you, mainly due to someone else’s negligence, you have a right to compensation. First, gather the details of your accident. Then, investigate who is at fault and your total losses. You can negotiate with the insurance company to receive proper compensation with this information. If they refuse to settle, you can take them to court. That is a way to advocate for yourself. Then, you can get back to focusing on recovering.
