Rear-end car accidents can cause serious injury to you and your loved ones. In addition to property damage, the force of these collisions may result in neck and spine injuries that could impact your physical health and quality of life.
A diligent car accident attorney may be able to help you pursue a legal claim for compensation against the party responsible for causing it. Learn more about the laws related to rear-end car accidents in Reno and how our attorneys can assist you in recovering compensation for your injuries.
A rear-end car accident occurs when the front of one vehicle collides with the back of another. Rear-end car accidents in Reno could happen in parking lots, busy roads, or highways. Several acts and circumstances could cause or contribute to the cause of a rear-end accident, including the following examples:
Attorney Stephen H. Osborne could investigate the cause of a rear-end collision to evaluate potential fault and identify any parties who could be liable for your injuries.
Fault for a rear-end car accident in Reno generally belongs to the driver of the vehicle responsible for colliding with the rear end of the vehicle in front of it. The assumption is that a vehicle that hits the rear end of another vehicle was following too closely. However, the fault could belong to multiple parties, especially in a rear-end collision involving more than two vehicles.
Comparative fault law may apply in cases where the injured plaintiff is found responsible for causing their injury through their negligent acts. For example, a driver who operates their vehicle at night without working taillights increases the risk of causing a rear-end collision with cars behind them. The effect of comparative fault laws is that a plaintiff cannot recover damages against other negligent drivers when they were more than 51 percent responsible for causing the accident.
The deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit is two years under the state statute of limitations. Someone injured in a rear-end car accident in Reno must generally file their claim within two years of the date of the accident to preserve their right to seek compensation. Missing the deadline will lead to dismissal of the case and limit the ability of the injured person to obtain compensation from the liable party. Meeting with a lawyer as quickly as possible after a collision can help you understand the applicable filing deadline in a case and avoid unintentional lapse of the right to a claim.
Injuries sustained in a rear-end car accident in Reno may leave you with serious damages, including medical bills, missed earnings from being unable to work, and pain and suffering. Get the professional help you deserve to recover compensation from those who are liable for these damages.
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