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Tampa Head-On Collision Lawyers
Strong advocacy for victims of head-on accidents in Florida
Head-on crashes are preventable. They occur because one driver made a major mistake. Sadly, head-on crashes are among the deadliest and most catastrophic injuries there are because the impact is proportional to the combined speeds of both vehicles. At MattLaw, we have more than 35 years of experience holding negligent drivers accountable for traveling in the wrong direction and for other errors of judgment. Our Tampa head-on accident attorneys demand compensation for all your personal and financial damages. We have obtained more than $250 million in recoveries for our clients. Call us now to protect your future.
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Why are head-on collisions so dangerous?
The Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration reported that between 2016 and 2018, an annual “average of 19,158 fatalities resulted from roadway departures, which is 51 percent of all traffic fatalities in the United States.” Head-on collisions are some of the most dangerous of these crashes. The DOT states that some of the steps road designers (which include governmental and private companies) should take to reduce the risk of head-on crashes include:
- Having center line markings that are clear
- Installing signs to warn drivers about curves on two-lane undivided highways
- Designing roads with rumble strips that provide audible alerts when a driver has crossed a lane of travel
- Focusing on locations that have a history of head-on accidents
- Widening buffer areas, median widths, and shoulder widths
- Ensuring the lanes of travel and direction signs are visible
How do head-on crashes happen in Tampa, FL?
Our Trampa head-on accident lawyers work with investigators who examine the accident site, speak with eyewitnesses, and look for any videos of the accident. We also work with the police and, when necessary, with traffic reconstruction professionals to determine why head-on accidents happen. At MattLaw, we thoroughly question everyone who was in either of the cars or has any knowledge of the accident.
Some of the ways that head-on collisions happen include:
- A driver tried to pass on a two-lane road when he/she shouldn’t have
- A driver is going in the wrong direction, such as the wrong lane, exit, or on/off ramp
- A driver crosses into an oncoming lane due to visibility problems, errors, an inability to control their vehicle, or for other reasons
Some of the causes of head-on accidents include the following:
- Drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs
- Texting, using a smartphone, eating, drinking, looking at a GPS, and other forms of driver distraction
- Speeding
- Reckless or aggressive driving
- Driving while tired
- Wet or slippery roads
- The glare of the sun
- Improper passing or merging
- Poor road design
Who is responsible for a head-on collision?
Head-on crashes should never happen. One driver was clearly in the wrong position. Many times, other people are responsible for that driver’s failures. At MattLaw, our car accident lawyers work diligently and step-by-step to determine who else may be responsible. In addition to the driver, our personal injury lawyers file claims against all other responsible parties, which may include:
- An employer of the driver
- The owner of the driver’s car, if the owner is not the driver, such as when parents give their children permission to drive their car
- A seller of alcohol who provided alcohol to a minor or a patron who was visibly intoxicated – and that person causes a head-on crash due to their intoxication
- The Florida Department of Transportation or other Florida entities/agencies for faulty road design or improper road maintenance
- Manufacturers of defective car parts
What injuries do head-on accident victims suffer?
The strong impact of head-on crashes often causes catastrophic injuries and fatalities. If two cars are traveling at 30 mph, then the impact is proportional to their speeds combined – 60 mph. At MattLaw, our Tampa head-on lawyers handle all types of serious injuries, including injuries that heal with appropriate treatment and injuries that never fully heal.
Some of the many injuries we have the experience and medical relationships to handle include the following:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Broken bones/fractures
- Burn injuries
- Tissue, muscle, and nerve injuries
- Tendon and ligament injuries
- Lung, spleen, kidney, and other types of organ damage
- Back, neck, and shoulder pain
- Loss of vision or hearing
- Emotional trauma
- Death
How much is my head-on collision case worth?
While the value of each person’s case differs, rest assured that MattLaw does everything we can to maximize our clients’ recoveries. We work with your treating doctors to confirm what injuries you have, how your injuries are making every day of your life difficult, what medical care you will need for the rest of your life, and what complications may arise.
Our Tampa car accident attorneys also work with your employers and financial experts, if necessary, to determine your financial losses. We work with your car repair shop and car appraisers to determine the cost to fix or replace your car.
With the help of our Tampa head-on accident attorneys, you can demand compensation for all your financial and personal damages, including your:
- Medical bills. These expenses include emergency transport, ER care, hospitalizations, doctor visits, surgeries, physical therapy, occupational therapy, psychological counseling, other types of therapy, assistive devices/technology, and medication expenses.
- Pain and suffering. We demand compensation for every moment of pain, discomfort, itching, crying, anxiety, and depression for every day, month, and year you suffer.
- Lost income. This category of compensation includes your lost wages, benefits, salary, business income, and long-term disability compensation.
- Property damage. This includes the damage to your car and any personal property.
- Additional damages. We also seek compensation for:
- Any scarring or disfigurement
- Loss of the enjoyment of life
- Inability to use a body part
- Aggravation of a pre-existing condition
Our Tampa head-on collision accidents file wrongful death claims when a parent, spouse, child, or another close relative dies in a car accident. We demand damages for the funeral and burial costs, loss of financial support, the value of any services your loved one would have provided, and loss of personal support (love, comfort, education, and guidance).
We often seek punitive damages in head-on collision cases because most head-on collisions are due to reckless behavior.
Do you have a Tampa, FL head-on collision lawyer near me?
Yes. MattLaw meets clients at our Tampa office located at 304 S Plant Avenue in Tampa, Florida. We conduct consultations by phone and through online video. We can make arrangements to see you at your home or a nearby healthcare facility if you are too injured to come to our office.
We’re prepared to assert your rights and fight for all the compensation you deserve.
Call our respected Tampa car accident lawyers now
Head-on crashes often cause unbearable physical pain, emotional suffering, and financial damage. At MattLaw, we have 35 years of experience and working relationships with physicians to obtain substantial recoveries – even if your injuries will continue for your lifetime or if a loved one tragically dies. Call our Tampa head-on accident lawyers or complete our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We represent personal injury and wrongful death victims on a contingency fee basis.