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What Is A Sideswipe Accident
A sideswipe accident involves two cars colliding along the length of the car, usually while traveling in the same direction. When one driver shifts from the lane they are driving, whether in a gradual or sudden motion, they risk ramming into the sides of another vehicle. In some rare instances, a sideswipe accident might occur with cars traveling in opposite directions.
Depending on the speed both cars are traveling, sideswipe accidents can cause serious injuries and, in some severe cases, cause fatalities. Some of the common injuries include:
- Head injuries
- Fractures
- Broken bones
- Spinal cord injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Broken hips
There is also property damage to contend with after a sideswipe accident.
Who Is At Fault In A Sideswipe Accident
Usually, the driver who changes lanes and/or moves in the other vehicle’s direction is at fault. The most common cause of a driver causing sideswipe accidents is insufficient attention while driving. Being distracted and/or not checking your mirrors before changing lanes or merging can cause a sideswipe accident with varying degrees of damage and injury.
Other causes of sideswipe accidents include failing to signal before changing lanes, road rage, and even poor weather conditions such as excess rain that causes aquaplaning.
How Do I Get Compensated If I Have Been In A Sideswipe Accident
As mentioned above, there is potential to suffer serious injuries, occasioning a lengthy lay-off, and substantial medical bills from a sideswipe accident. Unfortunately, state law only requires drivers to have an auto insurance coverage of $25,000 for personal injury claims per person and a maximum of $50,000 if more than one person sustains personal injury. In some cases, this amount is not enough.
The problem is often compounded by insurance companies that work tirelessly to minimize the compensation they pay out as much as possible. As such, when faced with the consequences of a sideswipe accident, you should seek a team of experienced injury lawyers who specializes in this type of accident to pursue your right for compensation aggressively.
Contact a lawyer at Jones Law Firm for a free consultation. Understanding that every client faces a different situation from the next, we diligently work on every case with attention-to-detail throughout the case.