Traffic accidents are by far the most common and serious of all types of accidents. Unfortunately, there is no way that you can make yourself completely immune from the possibility of injury in a crash that you were not to blame for. Apart from driving defensively and being vigilant when on the road, there is little to stop a bad driver making a poor decision and colliding with you at any time.
If you are able to prove that the other driver’s actions were negligent and caused your injuries, you may be able to recover the cost of your injuries with the help of a personal injury attorney.
Possible Head on Collision Injuries
Head on collisions can be potentially catastrophic, especially with a vehicle like a large truck. The severity of the injuries caused depends on a number of factors, principally the speed of the two vehicles when the collision took place, whether you were wearing a seat belt at the time, whether your vehicle’s air bag was efficient, and whether the collision caused you to hit any other vehicles, overturn, or hit another solid object.
Typical injuries include severe lacerations, head, face and chest injuries, brain injuries, and burns.
As with any personal injury claims, it is important to have sufficient evidence that the truck driver was at fault and that the driver’s negligence caused the injuries for which you are claiming.
Why You Should Use an Attorney to Help You With a Personal Injury Claim
Filing a claim for damages against any government employee is complicated. You need to understand the state rules for filing such a claim and be able to prove negligence had occurred. You are strongly advised to discuss your accident with an experienced personal injury attorney before actually submitting a claim.
Additional Resources
- Help! I Crashed an Intersection with a USPS* Truck
- If a USPS* driver hit me, do I sue him or the company?
*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against USPS, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
