Head-On Collisions with a Stationary Object

Arizona Personal Injury Lawyers for Head-On Collisions with a Stationary Object

Head-on collisions, or frontal impacts, with a stationary object occur when a moving vehicle hits a stationary object such as a light pole, freeway wall or median, or a non-moving vehicle (see also head-on collision with another vehicle). Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous type of car accidents.

In a head-on collision with a stationary object, the moving vehicle often absorbs the full impact of the collision, as many stationary objects, such as freeway walls and medians, do not move or crumple to absorb the impact. All the force of the impact is transferred to the moving vehicle, increasing the chance for serious injury.

If you have been injured or someone you love has been killed by a head-on collision, Solomon and Relihan, Phoenix injury attorneys with more than 30 years of experience helping accident victims in Maricopa County and throughout Arizona, can help you.

Causes of Head-On Collisions

The causes of head-on collisions are not always immediately identifiable. Many head-on collisions are the result of poor road conditions, such as rain or ice. Head-on collisions can also occur as the result of mechanical problems, such as faulty steering or brakes. That is why Solomon and Relihan begins every case with a thorough investigation of the facts and law involved to determine all possible causes of the collision and to discover who is at fault.

Injuries Caused by Head-On Collisions

Head-on collisions often cause severe injuries and even death. Knee injuries, wrist injuries, cervical injuries, and fractures are common, but the most severe type of injury from a head-on collision is a head or brain injury. These head injuries are caused by the occupant being forced forward into the steering column or dashboard or even ejected from the vehicle. The severity of these injuries is increased if there is a mechanical defect such as a faulty air bag or seatbelt. Head injuries can result in brain damage or even death.

Contact Solomon & Relihan, Arizona Personal Injury Lawyers

If you have suffered injuries in a head-on collision, it is best to talk with an attorney. For a free initial consultation with a lawyer about your car accident, contact our Phoenix law firm. For your convenience, home and hospital visits are available upon request.