T Bone Car Accident

Experiencing a T-bone car accident can have severe consequences for you and your family, potentially leading to significant injuries for both drivers and passengers. Due to side-impact collisions, standard safety measures like airbags may not provide sufficient protection against serious harm. However, the positive aspect is that an attorney can assist you in pursuing compensation during your recovery. This compensation can cover emergency room bills, lost wages, and other related costs.

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Why T-Bone Accidents Happen

T-bone car accidents, characterized by their distinctive T shape, often occur when a driver turns left or when someone enters an intersection without stopping. Some of the most frequent causes of side-impact collisions on Virginia roads include:

• Distracted driving (such as using GPS, texting, or eating)
• Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs
• Failing to yield at intersections or roundabouts
• Driving while fatigued
• Ignoring stop signs
• Running red lights

These accidents often happen at high speeds, leading to severe injuries for those involved. The individual closest to the point of impact is particularly vulnerable and may suffer serious injuries or even fatal consequences. Common injuries resulting from T-bone accidents can include:

• Broken bones
• Disfigurement
• Eye injuries from shattered glass
• Herniated discs and other spinal injuries
• Lacerations
• Soft tissue injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Whiplash
• Wrongful death

These injuries can lead to lengthy recovery times, chronic pain, the risk of paralysis, and significant physical and mental health effects, especially in cases of traumatic brain injury. Victims of T-bone accidents may face substantial medical bills and might need extensive physical therapy. While you have the legal right to seek compensation for these expenses, obtaining damages relies on taking the appropriate steps following the accident.

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Protect Yourself After a T-Bone Injury: Essential Steps

Sometimes, a T-bone accident may result from defective vehicle parts, such as faulty brakes, or a commercial trucking company's poor hiring and training practices. However, the driver is typically at fault in most side-impact accidents in Virginia. This means you will likely need to pursue compensation through your insurance or by filing a personal injury lawsuit against the driver at fault in the accident. Your actions right after the incident are vital for the success of either option.

In many T-bone collisions, victims may be unable to exit their vehicles due to crushed or jammed doors. If you can safely leave your car or truck, be sure to:

1. Call 911 to have law enforcement assess the situation.
2. Document the scene by taking photos of everything, including the vehicles involved, broken glass, skid marks, weather conditions, and your injuries.
3. Speak with bystanders who witnessed the accident and collect their contact information.
4. Visit the emergency room to evaluate for any broken bones, internal injuries, or traumatic brain injuries (TBI), and begin documenting your medical condition.

While what you do in the hours following the crash is essential, taking additional steps in the following days and weeks is also important. After you have sought medical care, you should:

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Consult with a Virginia Car Accident Attorney

A qualified attorney can investigate the circumstances surrounding the T-bone car accident. This may include obtaining security footage, analyzing black box data from commercial trucks, reconstructing the accident scene, and gathering other evidence.

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Adhere to Your Doctor's Instructions

It's crucial to follow your doctor's recommendations after an injury. Engaging in physical activities that your doctor advises against, missing appointments, or neglecting to take prescribed medications can jeopardize your chances of receiving compensation.

Politely decline any requests for recorded statements from insurance representatives and blanket authorizations for your medical records.

Allow your attorney to manage communications with the insurance adjuster to minimize the chances of your claim being denied. Additionally, try to avoid posting on social media as much as possible. Even innocent photos or comments about the accident could be misinterpreted and used against you to challenge a valid claim.

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Injured in a Virginia Car Accident?

If you've been hurt in a car accident in Virginia, it's essential to consult with an experienced car accident attorney as soon as possible. The Law Offices of Clinton O. Middleton is dedicated to safeguarding clients legal rights who have experienced significant injuries from car accidents, allowing you to concentrate on your recovery.

Regardless of your location in Virginia, we're here to help. You can reach us online or at (703) 777-9630 to schedule a free consultation today.

We can manage personal injury cases nationwide by collaborating with qualified local counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Schedule your confidential consultation today.

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