Rear-End Collisions

Nebraska Rear-End Collisions Lawyer

One of the most common injury cases we handle are rear-end collisions. In these cases, our clients were stopped in traffic, slowing in traffic, or stopped at a light when they were struck from behind by another driver who:

• Was following too closely and didn't notice that traffic had stopped
• Didn't notice the light had turned red
• Was on their cell phone and distracted
• Was driving too fast for icy, snowy, or wet conditions

Unless your brake lights weren't working, you failed to signal a turn, or you stopped on a freeway entrance ramp, the accident is usually a case of clear liability on the part of the driver who struck you from behind.

The most common types of injuries in rear end collisions are neck and spine injuries. However, many people don't notice their injuries immediately following the accident because their adrenaline is pumping. Often, they exchange information with the other driver and go home, thinking they are lucky to have escaped injury. Then the pain sets in. They wake up stiff and sore. They feel nauseous. They ache. These are typical symptoms experienced by many people who have spine injuries in the neck or back.

If you are ever involved in a rear-end collision and someone asks you if you are injured, don't say, "I'm all right." Instead, say, "I don't know yet. I'm shaken up." In fact, with some types of whiplash injuries to the neck and back, it takes time for the symptoms to start so, you probably won't know whether you are injured until later.

The most important thing you need to do after an accident is to see a doctor and follow your doctor's advice. If you experience symptoms such as nausea, headaches, neck or back pain, or head or chest pain from the air bag or seat belt, it's important to tell your doctor that they are accident-related.

If you receive pain medication following your accident, you might not notice all of your symptoms until the medication wears off. If you develop other symptoms in a reasonably short period after the accident, it's important to go back to the doctor. Again, it is important to tell your doctor that the symptoms are related to your accident.

If you are injured in a rear-end accident, you are entitled to compensation for damages such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, the insurance company won't pay your medical bills until your case is settled. Our lawyers can advise you about other sources are available to pay medical expenses until you receive your settlement. We can make sure you receive enough money in your settlement to pay your medical bills and provide you compensation on top of that.

We also represent family members who have lost loved ones in fatal accidents.

Free initial consultation: Contact a Nebraska rear-end collision lawyer at Kelley & Lehan. Se habla español.