Jebaily Law Firm – Rear-End Collisions

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Rear-end collisions are one of the most common types of auto accidents. Most occur when the stopped vehicle is waiting in traffic, waiting to turn left or right, or waiting for a light to change.

The police report will frequently place fault on the moving vehicle, usually for following too closely or for inattentiveness. The driver of the moving vehicle will often admit liability to the police officer. You and other witnesses should pay considerable attention to police reports.

However, sometimes insurance carriers or their defense attorneys will claim no liability due to sudden and unexpected stopping, failure to signal when stopping to turn, not yielding before pulling into traffic, or brake defects.

An experienced injury attorney will want to learn about the following items when assessing liability in your rear-end collision: vehicle position, the other driver's speed, his or her following distance, your use of turn signals, vehicle damage, driver statements, the existence of witnesses, any alcohol use, any credible passengers, driving conditions, the functioning of your lights, and any defenses.

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