Head On Collision Common Causes and How to Prevent Them

New York Car Accident Lawyer Representing People Injured in Auto Accidents in New York

There is no collision more frightening, or more unexpected, than a head on collision. In fact, head on collision is considered to be one of the most dangerous type of car accidents. Despite making up only about 2% of all collision types, they make up nearly 10% of all car crash fatalities. Head On Collision may be difficult if not impossible to avoid, but understanding the most common causes of head-on collision and how to minimize their impact may save your life.

Causes of Head-On Collision

Generally, head on collision is caused by driver inattention, which results in one driver traveling the wrong way in a traffic lane. Driver distraction is the number one cause of car accidents in New York. Such inattention can cause a driver to leave his or her lane when taking a blind curve, hitting unseen debris, or failing to recognize construction zone lane shifts. Furthermore, head on collision can also be caused by a driver’s intentional actions, such as executing a passing maneuver.

Common Injuries Associated with Head On Collision

Even with airbag deployment and seat belt use, sometimes head-on collision occur at such a high rate of speed that a driver’s head and body will still come into contact with the steering wheel. The most common injuries associated with head-on collisions are:

• Whiplash
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Blunt force trauma, and
• Spinal cord injuries

You can reduce your chance of serious injury by wearing a seat belt, ensuring your vehicle is equipped with working airbags, sitting further back from the steering wheel, and driving a heavier vehicle, such as a truck or SUV.

Preventing Head On Collision

New York City can help reduce the risk of head-on collision by improving highway designs to reduce sharp curves, ensuring roadway lanes are clearly marked, utilizing skid-resistant payment surfaces, improving shoulder slopes, and installing rumble strips. Further, drivers can reduce their risk of being in a head on collision by avoiding distraction and staying alert in areas where passing is permitted and curves are prevalent.

Contact an Experienced Car Accident Attorney

If you or a loved one has been injured in a head on collision, contact an experienced car accident attorney who understands how such a moment can impact the rest of your life. The Rybak Firm, PLLC., has the compassion, experience and the resources to assist you with your New York Automobile Accident. Contact our car accident attorney today for a free, no-risk consultation at 718-307-5554.

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We are located in Brooklyn, NY.  Although our offices are in Brooklyn, NY we serve the whole NYC Metro Area and represent clients in every borough of New York City. Our Accident Lawyers are able to travel to you if you are unable to meet at our offices due to an injury. We also provide free transportation to and from our offices.

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