A head-on collision happens when two vehicles traveling in opposite directions collide straight on or at an angle where the front end of one car hits the front end of another. These collisions have a higher chance of causing serious injury then most other car crashes with the exception of roll-over accidents. Even though 
head-on collisions are one of the most uncommon causes for an accident, they make up a large amount of car accident fatalities.
There are few accidents that are as brutal and devastating as a head-on collision.
Why Head-on Collisions are so Dangerous
These types of accidents frequently result in serious injury or death because of the abrupt nature of stopping the vehicles forward momentum instantly. If you collide head on with a vehicle that has an opposite forward momentum, it is like hitting a brick wall at whatever speed you were traveling.
Head-on collisions happen most often on rural two lane roads or highways, but they can also happen if a vehicles is traveling the wrong way on a street, is speeding around a curve, or drifts into oncoming traffic.
Avoiding a Head On Collision
Remaining alert while driving can help lessen your chance of having a head on collision, especially when you are driving on a two lane road without a median. Not taking chances or trying to “beat” traffic while attempting to pass a slower vehicle will reduce the chance of an intense head-on collision with another vehicle. If you see a vehicle heading directly towards you and don’t feel like you can avoid the vehicle, simply turning the wheel and trying to swerve out of the way can drastically reduce the severity of the impact and may mean the difference between life and death.
Protecting Your Rights
Since head-on collisions often result in serious injuries and death, it could be beneficial for you to hire a personal injury lawyer. Most insurance plans have a limit on the liability they will claim and since injuries are often substantial, the limit may not cover all of your out of pocket expenses. An attorney with experience in these types of accidents, like the legal defense team at The Law Offices of Jeremy Rosenthal, can help you get a fair compensation to cover your:
- medical expenses
- vehicle repairs
- pain and suffering
- time missed from work
If you have been involved in a head-on collision and are not being offered a fair settlement, or the settlement won’t cover all of your expenses, please contact us today for a free consultation about your circumstances!