Side-Impact Collisions Are The Second Most Common Type of Car Wreck

Side-impact automobile collisions are the second most common auto accident in America, accounting for over twenty five percent of all fatal car accidents each year. Last year in the state of Texas alone, side-impact collisions resulted in over 8,700 deaths.

Side impact collisions are also called T-bone accidents and occur when one car's front end collides with the side panel or door of another car, forming a ‘T'.

These kinds of Galveston auto accidentscan be caused by a number of different factors, including:

Running a red light
Running a stop sign
Texting while driving
Intoxication
Distracted drivers

Depending on the weight and speed of the oncoming vehicle, the severity of side-impact accidents can vary greatly. It is not uncommon for side-impact collisions to result in serious injuries such as:

Broken bones or bruises
Concussions
Spinal injury
Paralysis

In most cases, the root cause of a T-bone accident is negligent driving. If an irresponsible driver has hurt you or someone that you know in a side-impact collision, you may be able to claim compensation for your troubles.  

To begin this process, contact a Galveston personal injury attorney at Denena and Points today. Our experienced car accident attorneys are available for complimentary consultations to evaluate your case and answer any questions you may have. Our offices can be reached toll free at (877) 307-9500.