Los Angeles Rear-End Accident Attorney

About Rear-End Car Accidents and Injuries

Rear-end car collisions happen everyday and are one of the most common types of auto collisions. A rear-end collision occurs when the back end of one vehicle is hit by the front end of another. Rear-end collisions are typically caused by driver distraction. Driver distraction involves anything that takes away the undivided attention of the driver from the road. Such things include, but are not limited too, are: Talking on the phone or texting, talking to a passenger, changing the radio station, putting on make-up, shaving, and eating or drinking. All these actions may distract a driver from seeing that a car in front of them has stopped or slowed down. If you have been involved in a rear-end collision, the experienced attorneys at a Los Angeles firm may be able to help. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

Rear-End Crashes: Who is at Fault?

Typically, the person responsible for a rear-end collision is the driver of the car who's front end collided with the back end of the other vehicle. However, in the case that it was your front end that collided with the back end of the other vehicle, it does not immediately mean that you were at fault. There may be other factors that may be responsible. A possibility is that the other driver cut into your lane unexpectedly and then slammed on the brakes. Another is that your brakes or steering failed when you needed to apply them.

In these situations, your personal injury lawyer can work to prove that the cause of the accident is due to the other driver's reckless driving or due to a faulty auto part from the manufacturer. If another party is found liable, you will have the option to recover compensation for your injuries - this may include necessary finances to help you rebuild your life and move on.

For a free consultation regarding your accident and injuries, contact a Los Angeles rear-end accident lawyer at our law office today.