Intersections are the primary location where side-impact collisions may occur. When two cars traveling perpendicular to one another converge at a single point, one must yield to the other, or a crash can occur. People involved in these accidents can suffer severe injuries that may require long-term medical care.
Negligence in a Side-Impact Crash
Side-impact car accidents frequently result from reckless or careless misconduct. When establishing negligence, an attorney must prove the defendant breached a duty of care to the claimant that directly caused their losses. All motorists owe a duty of care to others on the road to drive responsibly. Those who do not give due care for others’ safety may find that a court holds them responsible for paying compensation to injured individuals. A Prosper attorney who proves that another person’s negligent misconduct caused a side-impact car crash could recover compensation on behalf of an injured motorist. Some examples of negligent actions that may cause T-bone accidents include:
- A driver running a stop sign or traffic light
- A driver failing to yield or follow traffic safety laws
- Drivers who are inattentive or distracted
