Head-on accidents often occur when a driver crosses the centerline or drives the wrong way. Although these collisions are rare, they are disproportionately deadly compared to other types of crashes.
Front-end car accidents in Austin involving you or a loved one can be devastating. Contact an experienced accident lawyer from Fleming Law Accident & Injury Attorneys today for help protecting your rights. They can explain your options, offer sound legal advice, and negotiate with insurers or defendants on your behalf.
Your most important action is to get medical attention immediately, even if your injuries seem minor or non-existent. Second, you should contact the Austin Police Department to report the accident and ensure a police report is filed, which creates an official record of the front-end crash. If possible, take pictures of the vehicles, the accident scene, and any visible injuries, and collect the names, contact information, and insurance details of all involved parties and any witnesses.
Finally, do not speak with the other driver’s insurance company until you have consulted with a lawyer. Even a simple remark about how you are feeling can be twisted and used against you later.
The at-fault driver’s insurance company will likely contact you seeking a recorded statement; however, you are not legally required to provide one and should decline to do so. Instead, direct the adjuster to your lawyer. Insurance adjusters are trained to use your words against you to minimize their financial liability. It is in your best interests to pass all insurance company communications to your attorney.
In Austin, the law of proportionate responsibility, or comparative negligence, determines how fault and compensation are handled in head-on crashes. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001, a person can recover compensation as long as their percentage of fault is not greater than 50%.
If you are found to be partially at fault, your total compensation will be reduced by your percentage of responsibility. For example, if you are found 10% responsible for the crash, your compensation will be reduced by 10%. Additionally, a common violation in front-end collisions is driving on the wrong side of the road, which is addressed in the Texas Transportation Code § 545.061.
Hiring a lawyer is a wise step toward protecting your rights, as insurance companies routinely attempt to take advantage of unrepresented people by offering them lowball settlements. Our firm helps by handling all negotiations and paperwork on your behalf, allowing you to focus on your recovery while an experienced attorney fights for the full compensation you deserve. Moreover, a front-end car crash attorney in Austin will help ensure you do not miss the two-year statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit.
Fleming Law Accident & Injury Attorneys has received top ratings, including the AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell and a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating. We also have over 30 years of experience helping car accident victims secure multi-million-dollar victories.
Front-end car accidents in Austin can be particularly traumatic. If you or a loved one has been injured, you are not alone—our team is ready to support you. To speak with one of our dedicated lawyers, contact us today to book a free case review.
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