T-Bone Car Accidents
T-bone car accidents occur when a vehicle's front bumper hits the side of another vehicle. Such a traffic crash can result in cuts, head injuries, neck injuries, severe brain trauma, or concussions to the accident victims. Thankfully, Virginia personal injury laws allow victims of T-bone accidents to seek damages for their injuries. An experienced Virginia personal injury attorney can enlighten you about the common causes of T-bone accidents and help file your injury claims.
At Blaszkow Legal, PLLC, we are committed to offering skilled legal guidance and reliable representation to clients in their T-bone car accident cases. Our trusted legal team can review the facts of your case, help identify the liable party, and attempt to recover the maximum possible compensation for your injuries, damages, or losses. We're proud to serve T-bone accident victims and their families across Alexandria, Woodbridge, Fairfax, Manassas, and Arlington, Virginia.
Understanding T-Bone Accidents
A T-bone accident can be described as a traffic crash involving two vehicles, where the front end of one of the cars strikes the other vehicle's side perpendicularly. Thus, forming a "T-shape" at the point of impact. T-bone accidents often occur at intersections when one of the drivers fails to obey the red light or stop sign.
What Are the Common Causes of T-bone Accidents?
T-bone collisions are among the most dangerous traffic accidents. Here are some of the common causes of T-bone accidents:
Running a stop sign or red light
Reckless driving
Distracted driving – failure to pay complete attention while driving
Texting and driving
Eating and driving
Loss of control or traction while driving
Speeding
Aggressive driving
Driving or operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs
If you or someone you know were injured in a T-bone accident caused by someone else's negligence, you should reach out to our experienced personal injury attorney immediately. Your legal counsel can assess the details of your case, determine the at-fault party, and help establish liability.
Determining Liability in Virginia
Furthermore, Virginia follows the "at-fault" auto insurance system. Under the state's at-fault system, the driver who caused the T-bone collision will be financially responsible for any injury, damages, and accident-related losses suffered by victims. To recover damages, the injured person or driver may:
File a claim with their own insurer.
File a claim with the at-fault driver's insurance provider.
File a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault driver in civil court.
In addition, victims of T-bone accidents are required to prove fault and establish liability when seeking damages. However, establishing liability in a T-bone collision isn't always easy. To make your case easier, you can gather and document the following:
Physical evidence, such as the accident scene photos or the vehicle's state after the collision
Copies of police reports
Copies of traffic laws showing the rules that the other driver violated
Statements and testimonies from witnesses
Accident reconstruction models
Video recording or surveillance footage of the accident scene
Accident reconstruction models
An experienced aggressive car accident lawyer can help you fight for your rights, and help your through the next steps after the T-bone collision, by helping to gather the necessary evidence, and beginning the investigation to prove liability.
Steps to Take After a T-Bone Accident
The moments after a T-bone accident can be confusing to sort through. Regardless, what you do or do not do after the accident affects the outcome of your personal injury claims. When involved in a T-bone collision, you should take the following steps, where possible:
Carefully exit your vehicle and get to safety.
Call 911 to seek immediate medical attention for injuries to yourself and others.
Exchange relevant information with the other driver, including their name, phone number, address, license information, and insurance information.
Document evidence such as police reports, accident scene photos, witness statements, and your personal account of your incident.
Document your medical report, doctor's visits, and treatments received.
Do not admit fault to the police, other driver, or insurance adjuster.
Notify your insurance provider about the T-bone collision.
Hire an attorney to help pursue your injury claims and negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance carrier.
However, you need to act quickly to preserve evidence and other important details. A knowledgeable attorney can guide you through the claims process and help you seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages and benefits, pain, discomfort, and suffering, as well as other possible damages.
Look to Blaszkow Legal, PLLC, for Direction
Being involved in any kind of accident can be unsettling and can affect your physical, emotional, and financial health. T-bone accident victims may be eligible to hold the at-fault party liable through an injury claim or lawsuit. However, determining fault in such a traffic crash can be difficult. Therefore, if you were hurt in a T-bone accident, you need to act quickly and retain a trusted personal injury attorney for proper guidance and to explore your options to seek damages.
At Blaszkow Legal, PLLC, our attorneys have devoted their careers to advocating for the best interests of T-bone accident victims and their loved ones. As your legal counsel, we can investigate every detail of your unique situation thoroughly, seek to identify the at-fault party, and determine how to proceed with your injury claims. Above all, we will fight compassionately for your legal rights as we strive to help you pursue the financial justice you deserve.
If you were involved in a negligent T-bone accident, contact us at Blaszkow Legal, PLLC, today to schedule a simple case assessment. Our skilled legal team can offer you the dedicated support and vigorous representation you need in your injury claims. We proudly serve T-bone accident victims and their families across Alexandria, Woodbridge, Fairfax, Manassas, and Arlington, Virginia. Call Blaszkow Legal today - 703-879-5910