Little Rock Head-On Collision Accident Lawyer
Holding drivers who travel the wrong way accountable for the injuries and deaths they cause
Head-on crashes should never happen. In almost all head-on accidents, one driver is traveling the wrong way. At Greer Injury Lawyers, PLLC, we file personal injury and wrongful death claims against the driver who was in the wrong place and any other responsible parties. Our Little Rock head-on collision lawyers work with the police, investigators, and, when needed, traffic reconstruction experts to show the path the at-fault driver should have taken and why they ended up going in the wrong direction. We also formally question everyone involved, including vehicle occupants and any eyewitnesses.
We pursue full compensation for your financial and personal damages. Contact us now if you or a loved one was injured in a head-on crash in Arkansas.
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- What causes head-on crashes?
- Who is liable for head-on car accidents?
- What type of injuries do head-on collisions cause?
- What damages/compensation can I receive for a head-on collision accident?
- What is the average settlement for a head-on collision in Little Rock?
- How do you fight for head-on collision victims in Little Rock?
- Do you have a Little Rock head-on collision lawyer near me?
What causes head-on crashes?
According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2022, there were 4,253 deaths (10.8 percent of all traffic deaths) due to head-on crashes. Head-on accidents often cause deaths, catastrophic, or severe injuries because the impact of the collision is proportional to the combined speed of the vehicles that collide. In most head-on crashes, the driver traveling in the correct direction has no ability to avoid the crash.
Some of the common reasons head-on crashes happen are:
- A driver entered a one-way street.
- A driver tried to pass on a two-lane highway (one lane each way) but couldn’t get back to the original lane when an oncoming vehicle drove toward their car.
- A driver was intoxicated, distracted, or tired, causing the driver to enter a road that the driver should not have entered.
- A driver enters an off-ramp instead of an on-ramp or vice versa.
- The lanes are not properly marked or visible.
- There’s an emergency, such as another accident, a pothole, or a deer, that causes a driver to enter an oncoming lane of travel.
- A driver enters an intersection when the driver’s light turns red or fails to stop at a stop sign.
Who is liable for head-on car accidents?
Our Little Rock car accident lawyers hold everyone who causes a head-on collision responsible, including the following:
- The driver who was going the wrong way
- The driver who was going the correct way, but was still partially responsible
- An employer of a negligent driver
- The owners of the vehicle, if not the same as the negligent driver, such as when a teenager drives their parents’ car
- Trucking companies, if the negligent driver was a truck driver
- A manufacturer of defective truck parts
- A seller of alcohol for an illegal sale (either to a minor or to a person who was clearly intoxicated at the time of sale) when that illegal sale is a proximate cause of the crash.
- Governmental agencies or entities on a limited basis, pursuant to Arkansas law (such as claims filed with the Arkansas State Claims Commission or claims against insured cities/counties)
- Other defendants
What type of injuries do head-on collisions cause?
Head-on crashes are often horrifying. As the data from the Insurance Information Institute above shows, more than one in ten deadly traffic accidents involves a head-on crash. Victims who survive often live with catastrophic or permanent injuries. Our Little Rock lawyers handle the following head-on crash injuries:
- Traumatic brain injuries and other types of head trauma
- Spinal cord damage, including paralysis
- Traumatic amputations/loss of limb
- Burn injuries
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Broken bones
- Neck pain, including whiplash
- Back and shoulder pain
- Nerve damage
- Muscle, ligament, and tendon damage
- Hearing or vision loss
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other types of emotional trauma
- Wrongful death
What damages/compensation can I receive for a head-on collision accident?
While past results don’t guarantee future outcomes, they do illustrate how hard we work for our clients. In one head-on collision case, we obtained a $2 million jury verdict on behalf of a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a head-on collision with a negligent driver in 2017. The claim was actually against our client’s own insurance company. Your own insurance company may be liable for your damages if the defendant doesn’t have insurance or doesn’t have enough insurance to pay your claim in full. In this case, the defendant’s insurance coverage was only $25,000. We filed a claim with our client's uninsured/underinsured policy carrier for the additional damages.
Our lawyers work with your medical team to confirm your injuries, determine what medical care you’ll need (possibly for the rest of your life), and understand every way your injuries will impact your life. We also work with your employers and other experts to verify your other damages.
Our personal injury lawyers seek compensation for your current and future damages, including:
- All your medical bills from every medical provider for every type of reasonable medical care
- All the income you lose because you can’t work, including permanent disability income
- Your daily physical pain and emotional suffering
- Any property damage, such as the cost to fix or replace your car
- Any scars or disfigurement
- The inability to use a body part
- The loss of life’s pleasures
- The loss of consortium (enjoyment and comfort of your spouse)
If a family member dies in a head-on crash in Arkansas, we file wrongful death claims on behalf of the members of the family. Wrongful death damages include the following:
- The funeral and burial expenses
- The loss of the financial support your loved one would have provided
- The loss of love, comfort, companionship, guidance, and education that your loved one would have provided.
- The emotional trauma of the family members.
We may also seek punitive damages where Arkansas law permits them, such as when the defendant acted intentionally, maliciously, or with conscious indifference to the safety of others, proven by clear and convincing evidence.
What is the average settlement for a head-on collision in Little Rock?
Each case is different. The value of your claim depends on how strong the liability part of your claim is. In head-on crashes, the liability part is often quite strong. Your damages depend on the severity of your injuries and all your financial and personal damages. Our lawyers are skilled negotiators. We understand how much insurance companies are likely to offer and how much juries are likely to award, based on the specific circumstances of your case. We can pursue the strongest settlement or verdict possible.
How do you fight for head-on collision victims in Little Rock?
At Greer Injury Lawyers PLLC, we aggressively handle the following parts of your lawsuit:
- The initial conference. We review what happened, explain your rights, and answer your questions.
- The investigation of your case. We work with the police and our investigators to show how your accident happened and who is responsible. The discovery process includes formally asking everyone with knowledge about the accident (defendants, eyewitnesses, and anyone else with relevant information) questions in writing and in person. When necessary, we also work with traffic reconstruction experts and car product safety experts.
- The assessment of your damages. We work with your doctors, employers, and any other experts who can assess damages (such as car mechanics)—and with you—to determine your damages.
- Settlement negotiations. When your case is ready, we negotiate with third-party insurance companies for the defendants. We may also file a claim with your own carrier if the responsible parties didn’t have any insurance or didn’t have enough insurance to pay your claim.
- Jury trial. If a settlement cannot be reached, we have the skills and experience to persuasively argue your case before a judge and jury.
Do you have a Little Rock head-on collision lawyer near me?
Yes. We meet car accident victims and families at our office, located at 415 N McKinley, Suite #250-J, Little Rock, AR 72205. Our lawyers also conduct consultations by phone and online video. If your injuries make it too difficult to travel, we can make arrangements to see you at your home or another convenient location.
We can answer your questions and guide you step-by-step through the claims process.
Call a Little Rock head-on collision attorney to discuss your right to compensation
We understand how upset you are. Your pain is likely unbearable. The bills are mounting. Your life is not like it was before the accident. At Greer Injury Lawyers PLLC, we’ve earned the respect of former clients, insurance companies, and defense lawyers for our dedication to our clients and our record of verdicts and settlements.
Please call us today or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We handle head-on accident cases on a contingency fee basis.
