Front-end car accidents in Michigan often happen at high speeds, so they can be violent and result in severe injuries. If you are the victim of a head-on collision or a loved one died in one, our car collision attorneys at Thurswell Law Firm could help you.
Our firm has been protecting the rights of injured people since 1968. Our depth of experience produces results. We could be your staunch advocate and pursue the maximum possible compensation you are entitled to.
Common Injuries in Head-On Collisions
Front-end accidents sometimes occur at low speeds in parking lots or intersections. More often, they happen when a motorist drives in the wrong lane at traffic speeds or higher. Under these conditions, the force of the collision is destructive to the vehicle and its occupants.
The impact suddenly thrusts the occupants forward, which can lead to internal bleeding. Even when a front-seat passenger is wearing a seatbelt and their airbag deploys, their head may hit the windshield or dashboard. This can potentially lead to:
The force of the crash can eject an unrestrained passenger from the vehicle, increasing the odds of catastrophic injuries.
Severe injuries may require long hospital stays, extensive medical treatments, and a lengthy rehabilitation period. After your crash, you may feel pressured to resume your normal activities and work before your mind and body have fully healed. Our skilled Michigan lawyers could manage legal and practical issues for you so you could focus on recuperating from your head-on auto wreck.
How Does the No-Fault System Handle Severe Injuries?
All vehicle owners must have no-fault insurance that includes personal injury protection (PIP). The coverage amounts range from a minimum of $50,000 to unlimited coverage, and the default is $250,000. PIP pays your medical expenses and a partial wage up to your coverage limits, regardless of which driver was at fault.
If you purchased substantial or unlimited PIP coverage, it may be sufficient to cover most of your economic losses. However, PIP does not cover your intangible losses, such as disability, physical pain, or psychological trauma. Our attorneys could try to recover damages for your pain and suffering after your head-on collision by pursuing a claim against the at-fault driver in a Michigan court.
Michigan Compiled Laws § 500.3135 establishes threshold injuries that qualify you to pursue a claim for your pain and suffering outside of the no-fault system. You can take an at-fault driver to court if your injuries permanently disfigured you or significantly impaired a bodily function, or if a loved one suffered fatal injuries in a head-on crash.
Contact Our Michigan Attorneys After a Head-On Car Crash
Front-end wrecks are almost always a negligent driver’s fault. These collisions cause devastating injuries. If the crash that injured you was not your fault, the negligent motorist should pay for their actions.
Our attorneys at Thurswell Law Firm could help you understand your rights and determine whether you have a strong case. We are skilled at seeking compensation after front-end car accidents in Michigan. Experience gets results. Call us today to schedule a consultation.
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