Florida Car Accident Lawyer

Florida car accidents occur on a daily basis, and every year approximately 200,000 people are injured in these crashes.  While there are many different types of collisions that can take place, one of the most common is the rear-end collision.  If you or someone you love has been harmed in this type of a crash, you need to seek the help of experienced Florida car accident lawyers to make sure that your legal rights are protected.  Below is a brief overview of Florida rear-end collisions.

Florida Rear-End Collisions and Fault

People are taught from the time they learn to drive that they are supposed to provide any vehicle in front of them with a proper amount of following distance.  This is done so that if the trailing driver needs to avoid a collision, he or she will have time to do so.  Therefore, when someone rear-ends another vehicle, it’s usually assumed that the trailing vehicle was at fault for the crash unless some sort of extenuating circumstance was in place.

Why Florida Rear-End Collisions Are Dangerous

Florida rear-end collisions are dangerous for many reasons, not the least of which is the inability of the lead driver and passengers in the lead vehicle to prepare for an impact.  As a result, the force that’s generated when a vehicle hits another from behind can send those inside the lead vehicle flying.  Even if the occupants of the lead vehicle are wearing seatbelts and are riding in a vehicle equipped with airbags, the force of the body moving forward at a high rate of speed into those restraints can lead to serious injuries and even fatalities.

Common Injuries Resulting from Florida Rear-End Collisions.

As stated above, it’s common for people in the lead vehicle that’s involved in a Florida rear-end collision to be forced forward, sometimes at a high rate of speed.  Therefore, common injuries that result from this type of collision generally involve the head and/or the neck.  Specifically, these injuries can include concussions, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and whiplash.

Any or all of these injuries can be extremely serious, and some are permanent and still others are deadly.  Even whiplash, which is mistakenly considered by many to be a minor injury, can completely debilitate a person for months if not years.  In many other situations, surgery will be necessary to attempt to overcome the harm that was suffered.

Therefore, if you or someone you love has been harmed in a Florida rear-end collision, you need to seek the help of Florida car accident lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of the injured for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.