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How Do Head-on Collisions Occur?
The speeds of the vehicles in a head-on collision are additive. [1] This means that the effective collision speed is the sum of the speeds of the two vehicles which can lead to more severe injuries.
Many scenarios can lead to these types of accidents. Some drivers may lose control of their vehicles or drift into oncoming lanes due to inclement weather or poor road conditions.
Distracted driving can reduce reaction times and increase the risk of head-on collisions. Attempting to avoid animals, pedestrians, or other vehicles by swerving can also result in head-on crashes.
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In Wisconsin, drunk driving is a widespread cause of car accidents, especially during holidays, weekends, and special events.
Other forms of negligent driving such as speeding, distracted driving, and failing to adhere to traffic signs can contribute to head-on collisions as well.
Semi-trucks, also known as tractor-trailers or 18-wheelers, are much larger and heavier than passenger cars, which means they have much more momentum and force when they collide with another vehicle. In a head-on collision, the impact of a semi-truck can be much more devastating than that of a car, even at lower speeds.
Semi-trucks also have a higher ground clearance than cars, which means that they can override smaller vehicles in a collision, crushing or disintegrating the car’s roof and doors. Semi-trucks often carry hazardous or flammable cargo, which can pose an additional risk to drivers and anyone else on the road.
The likelihood of surviving a head-on collision with a semi-truck is much lower than surviving a head-on collision with a car due to the size, weight, and momentum of the truck.
Many head-on collisions are preventable with safe driving practices and proper attention to road conditions. Staying focused, obeying traffic rules and regulations, and slowing down in hazardous weather and road conditions can significantly reduce the risk of head-on collisions.
Types of Injuries Resulting From Head-On Collisions
The severity of the injuries that result from head-on collisions in Eau Claire County, largely depends on the speed of the vehicles involved and whether or not the occupants were wearing seatbelts and had airbags deployed.
Those in vehicles that were traveling at higher speeds with no safety features activated are more likely to suffer catastrophic injuries.
Some examples of injuries that result from head-on collisions include neck injuries, brain injuries, and internal organ damage.
Neck injuries can range from whiplash to spinal cord damage, which can sometimes result in permanent paralysis.
Head injuries can include concussions, skull fractures, or traumatic brain injuries which can cause long-lasting damage to cognitive and physical abilities.
Internal organ damage may include broken ribs, punctured lungs or other organs, and in some cases, cause fatal complications.
This is why it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible after a head-on collision and to continue getting medical care until all accident injuries are treated or healed.
Some of the injuries that occur during head-on collisions can be permanent, leading to lifelong disabilities or medical complications.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a head-on crash, contact the law offices of Lein Law today. Our Wisconsin head-on collision attorneys can be reached at (715) 638-1103.
Source:
[1] Road collision types – Wikipedia. (2008, September 26). Road Collision Types – Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Road_collision_types
