Rear-End Collisions
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Maine Rear-End Collision Lawyers
The sound of screeching brakes. A foot desperately pressed to the brake pedal – or not on the pedal at all. Metal and glass colliding as a driver crashes into the car ahead. These are the familiar sounds and sights of a rear-end collision. The sudden, unexpected and violent impact of a rear-end accident, even at slower speeds, can cause severe injuries to the drivers and other occupants of both vehicles and others whose cars get caught in the chain-reaction that often follows. Unfortunately, with the ever-expanding use of cell phones and in-car technology, injuries from rear-end collisions are increasing in frequency.
If you suffered injuries or lost a loved one in a rear-end collision, your damages and losses were likely the fault of the driver who crashed into your vehicle. At Berman & Simmons, our Maine rear-end collision attorneys work tirelessly to hold negligent drivers accountable and obtain the compensation and support that can help victims of rear-end crashes recover and move forward with their lives.
Causes of Rear-End Collisions
Rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident on Maine roads and interstates and across the United States. According to the National Safety Council, over 2.5 million rear-end crashes occur annually nationwide. Most of these accidents are caused by the trailing driver’s reckless or dangerous behavior, including tailgating, speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, and the use of cell phones or in-car technologies. Tailgating is one of the leading causes of rear-end collisions. Following too closely not only increases the risk of an accident but also violates Maine law. Section 2066 of the state’s motor vehicle code prohibits drivers from following another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent. However, the lead driver can also contribute to an accident in certain situations, such as having broken brake lights, reversing suddenly, or making abrupt and unexpected lane changes.
Injuries From Rear-End Collisions
Even low-speed rear-end collisions can result in serious injuries. The sudden impact often causes a violent motion where the body is thrust forward while the head snaps backward, then forward again, leading to whiplash. This is the most common injury from rear-end crashes, and its symptoms may not appear until days later, making it essential to seek medical attention even if you initially feel fine.
Whiplash symptoms include headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, neck pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. Other rear-end collision injuries can be even more severe, such as concussions, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, or facial injuries from airbag deployment. Prompt medical care is crucial for your recovery and to support any compensation claims you may pursue for these potentially debilitating injuries.
Contact Maine Rear-End Collision Attorneys at Berman & Simmons for Your Free Consultation
At Berman & Simmons, our experienced Maine rear-end collision lawyers bring decades of experience and unmatched resources on behalf of rear-end collision victims. As a result, we have built a lengthy track record of success, obtaining over $1.45 billion in compensation for injury victims and their families in a wide variety of injury cases.
When you meet with us during your free initial consultation, we will take the time to listen to your story and understand your concerns. We will assist you and provide guidance on everything from medical care to insurance matters. As your attorneys, we will stand by your side at every step in the process, keeping you informed and always be available to address any questions or concerns. We want you to focus on your recovery while we focus on holding those who caused your injuries accountable for their actions.
If you’ve been injured in rear-end collision, we’ll be there for you.
When we drive, we trust others to act responsibly and safely. Unfortunately, many drivers engage in reckless and negligent behaviors such as speeding, driving under the influence, distracted driving, or ignoring traffic laws. These actions put everyone at risk, especially in hazardous weather conditions or when drivers are tired.
When such negligence leads to life-altering injuries or devastating losses, the Maine car accident lawyers at Berman & Simmons are here to help. With over a century of experience, our dedicated attorneys provide essential support, fighting for the compensation victims need to recover and rebuild their lives.
Committed to our clients, committed to being the best.
At Berman & Simmons, we are deeply committed to our clients’ well-being; that is why we are so relentless in our efforts to get them needed care and deserved compensation. We are also committed to leveraging our well-earned reputation for exceptional trial advocacy on behalf of injury victims.
For us, it is not enough to be the best personal injury trial firm in Maine. With our unique resources and talent, we strive to be among the best in the Country.
With unmatched resources and attorneys who bring decades of experience to car accident cases, we have a lengthy track record of success. We have obtained over $1.45 billion in compensation for injury victims and their families.
We recognize that car accident victims need help long before getting to the courtroom or the negotiating table. That is why we’ll take the time to listen to your story and understand your concerns, helping you navigate the unfamiliar and difficult challenges that come after a serious car crash. We want you to focus on your recovery while we focus on holding those responsible for your injuries accountable for their actions. This will include standing up to insurance companies that are all too often determined to deny claims and avoid accepting responsibility for the negligence of their drivers.
A Law Firm That Listens
Berman & Simmons is widely recognized as the best personal injury lawyers in Maine and among the best in the U.S., having won many of the largest jury verdicts and settlements ever obtained for injured people in Maine.
Our attorneys and staff members will take the time to listen to you, work to understand your concerns, and come up with solutions that can make your life better, including obtaining payment for or deferral of your debts until your case is resolved. We help you recover and make sure you receive full compensation for your injuries and loss.
Don’t wait, call us today: (207)560-0673
Don’t wait to hire a personal injury lawyer:
- The other insurance company is likely already building their client’s case against you.
- Witnesses may become unavailable and evidence may be lost or degraded with time.
- You’ll need help navigating your medical care and dealing with financial pressures.
- Maine has strict deadlines for filing many personal injury claims
- You need peace of mind to focus on your recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about rear-end collision claims, the legal process, and how our experienced team can guide you through every step toward achieving justice and securing fair compensation for your injuries or losses.
The major effects of whiplash often don’t show up until days after the accident. Effects of whiplash can include: hea...
Most rear-end collisions are the fault of the tailing driver; however, the lead driver can be at fault if their car has broken or disabled brake lights, the lead dri...
- Whiplash
- Brain injuries or co...
- Tailgating
- Inattention
- Speeding
- Distracted driving