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Rear-end crashes are the most common collisions that happen in Louisiana, Texas, and across the U.S. (source: NHTSA). In fact, nearly 1 in 3 wrecks — and more than 1 in 6 fatal accidents — is a rear-end collision (source: III).
Whether you’re in the front or rear vehicle when a rear-end collision happens, you could end up with serious trauma, devastating losses, and big questions about your rights and how to recover.
You can start getting the help, answers, and the support you need from the rear-ended accident attorneys at Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers. Recognized for excellence, success, and client-focused service, we are exceptionally skilled at pursuing justice and helping crash victims recover when it matters most.
Our 5-star rear-end collision lawyers know how to go up against the toughest opponents in and outside the courtroom, and we’re devoted to helping the injured recover full, fair compensation. That’s why we’re known as some of the top car accident lawyers in Louisiana and Texas. And it’s why you can count on us when it’s time to fight for the best possible outcome and the maximum available recovery.
Simply contact Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers for case-specific answers and advice whenever you need it. We are here for you, ready to help 24/7.
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Intoxicated drivers can misinterpret or ignore vehicle brake lights, red lights at traffic signals, and stop signs. These impaired motorists are also more likely to speed, tailgate, and be slow to respond to changing traffic conditions, and any of those behaviors can contribute to rear-end collisions.
If motorists aren’t looking at the roads and what’s going on around them, they may not see stopped vehicles, changing traffic lights, or traffic signs until it’s too late to safely stop.
Driving after 24 hours of no sleep can impair motorists as if they had a BAC of 0.10, which is over the legal limit (source: CDC). Similar to drunk drivers, fatigued drivers can overlook, misinterpret, and fail to safely respond to cues in their driving environment.
Angry, aggressive drivers are far more likely to speed, tailgate, run red lights, and zigzag in and out of traffic. Any of those reckless actions on the roads can cause rear-end crashes, especially when there are more vehicles on the roads.
In Texas and Louisiana, traffic laws require drivers to leave sufficient room between their vehicle and the vehicles they follow. In other words, it’s up to the following vehicle to maintain a safe following distance and give themselves enough room to stop when needed. Failing to do that can result in rear-end crashes.
No. In general, the following motorist IS presumed to be at fault for rear-end collisions in Louisiana and Texas due to the fact that those drivers should be leaving themselves enough stopping room (and they should be vigilant and responsive to what’s happening on the roads).
That said, the following driver may NOT be at fault for rear-end collisions when the front vehicle:
Our team knows what to look for in these cases, and we’re highly skilled at determining liability and helping victims win rear-end collisions claims. We can take the lead with a case, setting it up for the best outcome possible while victims get medical care and concentrate on healing.
You may be able to sue negligent drivers and/or other parties who caused the wreck. It’s crucial to keep in mind, however, that as you hash out the available legal remedies and pinpoint who you can sue, determining liability is just step one.
Once you know who the liable party is (or who the at fault parties are), it’s then important to answer the following questions to start to figure out if you have a valid claim:
The answers you get after a rear-end collision can go a long way towards helping you recover. When you need no-nonsense advice from top attorneys with a winning record, it’s time to contact Morris & Dewett Injury Lawyers.
We are available 24/7 to help you, and we’re honored to provide the strategic, tenacious advocacy that we would demand if we were in your shoes. That’s why our 5-star rear-end collision lawyers are the team you can trust when you need to recover and get justice. Discover the difference our team can make in your claim and recovery by contacting us today.
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