Rear-end

This happens when a vehicle crashes with another one in front. Although it is widely thought that the one going behind is at fault, there are exceptions when there’s evidence that the leading car driver’s negligence, distraction, or maneuvers caused the accident. These accidents may cause serious injuries, like whiplash, even at low speeds.

Head-On

This full frontal crash is usually provoked when a driver goes the wrong way on the road and encounters another vehicle, usually at a speed that leaves no time for reaction. These accidents typically cause total vehicle loss and severe injuries, such as spinal cord and brain injuries.

Side-impact

When two vehicles collide, impacting the side of one or both cars, it falls into a side-impact collision category. Among this category, there are two types of collisions: Side-swipe, which is less dangerous and happens when the impact occurs on the sides of both cars, for example, when a car merges into another road without seeing the vehicles already in the lane.

Another type is the T-bone collision. This one produces severe injuries and fatalities as a consequence, as the impact directly hits the driver or passengers inside the car.

Rollover accident

Of all the collision types, this one causes higher fatality rates as the vehicle roll onto its side or roof. This type of accident not necessarily involves another vehicle, as the vehicle size, speed, distractions, or influence of drugs and alcohol may be the cause. At our car accident clinic we have seen how wearing a seatbelt increases the chances of surviving this kind of accident and minimizes the severity of injuries. 

Blind spot

Every vehicle has blind spots, generally located on the back left and back right side of the car. Depending on the vehicle, this spot is bigger or smaller. Modern cars have blind spot warnings or Blind spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA) to avoid accidents when another vehicle, person, or object appears in this blind spot.

Low-Speed

These are any collisions happening at less than 25 mph. Usually, these accidents are considered minor collisions, and people walk away from them thinking there are no consequences, yet, they may cause severe injuries from days to weeks later. As little serious as they may seem, it’s crucial to call the police, get them to create a report, and get checked by a professional doctor.

Your role in the accident doesn’t matter, remember not to admit fault!