Houston, TX car accident lawyer
What are the most common car accidents?
If you were recently involved in an auto accident in the Houston area, it is important to consider your legal options. No matter the level of severity, an experienced Houston, TX auto accident lawyer can advocate for you. If you believe to get compensation for injuries, damages, pain and suffering, and lost wages.
VEHICLE ROLLOVER
These types of accidents are some of the most dangerous and life threatening. The factors that lead to this type of accident can be the most complex. Factors that contribute to a vehicle rollover can include actions of the driver, other drivers, road safety obstacles, other obstacles, and environmental factors such as weather contributing to a loss of control of the car. Other factors may include speed, driver impairment, and the location of the road. A rollover can be caused by a collision with another vehicle, or be a single vehicle accident.
SINGLE-CAR
When only one vehicle is involved in an accident, the accident is classified as “single vehicle”. If a crash is a result of another driver forcing another vehicle into an accident without making contact, the accident is still considered a single car accident. Other factors that contribute to a single car accident are, collisions with road debris, rollovers, and animal strikes.
REAR-END
When a forward traveling vehicle collides with the rear-end of another vehicle, a rear-end collision has occurred. A rear-end collision may be a result of distraction, tailgating, unexpected rapid stops of the leading vehicle, or deteriorated traction due to weather related road conditions.
SIDE-IMPACT
Also referred to as T-bone collisions, these accidents can affect the side of one or more vehicles that are parked or traveling perpendicular to the vehicle that will make the impact. Side-impacts often occur in parking lots, intersections, and when one vehicle attempts to pass another on a roadway. The severity of side-impact collisions vary based on a number of factors, including, speed, location of collision on the vehicle surface, where the focus point of the collision is in relation to the drivers.
HEAD-ON
When two vehicles facing opposite directions collide, a head on collision has occurred. In some cases, both vehicles are traveling at speed, while in other scenarios, one car may be stationary, at a traffic light for instance, and the other vehicle in motion collides with the front of the stationary vehicle. Head-on collisions are often fatal road traffic accidents. Being aware of traffic signs, street conditions, and staying in your lane play a critical role in avoiding these types of accidents.
If you or someone you love has suffered following a car accident because of an injury or illness that was caused by someone else’s negligence, or malicious or reckless behavior, it is a good idea to learn what your rights are as soon as possible. Following the initial consultation, we will take the time to explain your rights as they pertain to your unique case. The sooner you know your rights, the sooner one of our experienced attorneys can begin investigating the best course of action in order to protect them.
Contact John K. Zaid & Associates today to request a free case evaluation.
