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Rear End Car Accident Attorneys in Long Beach
Compensation for Rear End Collision Injuries
Over the last couple decades, cell phones have become part of daily life. This includes behind the wheel, where cell phones can be dangerous. Rear end collisions have always been a problem on Los Angeles roads and freeways, but cell phones have made rear end collisions one of the most common types of car accidents. Rear end car accidents can cause devastating injuries, or can even be fatal.
The Law Firm of Joseph H. Low IV has handled many rear end car accidents over the years. We can help you seek compensation for the injuries, property damage, and other losses you've suffered. Call us today to find out how we can build you a strong case that gets you the financial settlement you need. Our Long Beach car accident attorneys can be reached at (888) 454-5569.
Common Injuries Sustained in a Rear End Car Accident
Rear end car accidents are especially known for causing injuries to the back or spine. This is because a rear end car accident causes a person to violently jerked forward in the collision's impact. The most common rear end car accident injury, whiplash, is a result of this jerking motion. Here are some of the most common injuries rear end accident victims suffer:
- Spinal damage
- Broken bones
- Abdominal injuries
- Muscle strains
- Cut and bruises
- Soft tissue tears
- Facial injuries
The severity of injuries caused by a rear end accident will depend on how hard the collision's impact was and if the people involved were wearing seatbelts or not.
Top Causes of Southern California Rear End Car Accidents
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 40 percent of all United States car accidents are rear end accidents. This means that if you're involved in a car accident, there's nearly a fifty-fifty chance that it will be a rear end car accident. Here are the most common causes of rear end car accidents our clients have reported over the years:
- Driver distractions: talking on the phone, texting, checking messages, or even grooming in the rear view mirror – there are many ways a driver can be distracted while behind the wheel. Someone who takes their eyes or attention of the road for even a second can easily cause a rear end car accident.
- Fatigued drivers: drivers who are too tired to be driving or dozing off behind the wheel often cause rear end car accidents.
- Tailgating: following behind another car can easily cause a rear end car accident if the vehicle ahead comes to a sudden stop.
- Weather conditions: many accidents are caused by roads being slippery due to rain, snow, or ice. A slick road can make stopping difficult. Also, poor visibility in bad weather can also cause rear end car accidents.
- Excessive speed: speeding drivers may have a difficult time stopping in enough time to avoid a rear end car accident.
- Drivers under the influence: drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be too impaired to come to complete stops in enough time to avoid rear end car accidents.
Contact a Dedicated Long Beach Attorney After a Crash
The Law Firm of Joseph H. Low IV is dedicated to helping injured people pursue the financial settlement they need to heal and move on after a rear end car accident. Contact us today to find out how we can help you.
Additional Information
- Who’s At Fault In A Rear-End Collision? It May Not Be So Simple…
- Rear End Car Accident FAQ In Southern California