Member of the Colorado Bar Association since 2014. Attorney, Christopher M. Nicolaysen focuses primarily on helping those injured in Colorado car accidents, other auto accidents, and Colorado personal injury incidents.
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Side-impact car wrecks occur when one vehicle collides into the side of another.
These accidents can lead to severe injuries for both parties because a vehicle’s side is less capable of absorbing shock than from its front or rear.
A common example of a side-impact, or T-bone, accident is where one vehicle fails to stop at a red light or stop sign and hits another motorist’s side.
If another driver’s negligence caused you to get into a Colorado Springs side-impact collision, you should speak with an attorney who could help you file a claim for damages.
Situations commonly seen with side-impact accidents in Colorado Springs include motorists speeding through red lights or stop signs and failing to yield.
These accidents also may occur when a driver makes an improper lane change, pulls out of a parking space without being aware of other vehicles, turns onto a street without checking for oncoming traffic, and enters an intersection without having the right of way.
An attorney could review an injured party’s case to determine the cause of their accident and how this may impact their claim.
The first steps an injured motorist should take following a side-impact collision are seeking medical attention and verifying that someone has called the police.
Once law enforcement arrives, they may take statements from the parties and any witnesses, take pictures of the scene, and draft a police report.
The injured party should exchange contact and insurance information with the at-fault driver and take pictures of the scene for their own records.
Common damages to vehicles in T-bone collisions may include sizeable dents and destruction to the undercarriage that could result in the car being totaled.
All of the drivers involved in the accident may sustain significant injuries such as concussions, neck and back trauma, chest and abdominal injuries, and cuts or lacerations.
Broken bones and bruising from seatbelts or deployed airbags are also common injuries associated with these types of collisions.
There are a variety of damages that a motorist involved in a T-bone collision in Colorado Springs may recover.
These may include lost wages if they missed work to recover, vehicle repair or replacement costs, and medical bills.
An injured claimant may recover compensation for any medical expenses, including chiropractic care, surgery, and rehabilitation.
A plaintiff also may be able to pursue compensation for emotional losses such as pain and suffering.
An experienced lawyer could help you if you have suffered injuries in a Colorado Springs side-impact collision.
In addition to guiding you through the legal process, a skilled attorney could expertly communicate with the insurance company, review all the documents associated with your claim, and diligently advocate for you to ensure that you receive proper compensation for your injuries.
To get started on your case, schedule a consultation with one of our dedicated attorneys today.
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Attorney, Christopher M. Nicolaysen focuses primarily on helping those injured in car accidents due to no fault of their own.
The personal injury matters include auto accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and trucking accidents.
Chris truly enjoys helping clients through a difficult time and helping them get the compensation they deserve.
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