Denver Rear-End Accident Lawyer

Why Choose Fuicelli & Lee as Your Rear-End Accident Attorney?

Liability for the majority of rear-end accident cases is going to fall onto the rear driver. That is because drivers are expected to leave enough distance between themselves and the vehicle in front of them to ensure that an accident will not occur, even if the front driver has to slam on their brakes.

However, the rear driver is not always going to be liable in these instances. The lead driver or another vehicle could contribute to a rear-end accident. Determining fault in these incidents is important because this will determine which insurance carrier pays compensation to victims. An experienced car accident lawyer can prove liability in these incidents by using various types of evidence, including photo or video surveillance, eyewitness statements, and accident reports, among others.

Some of the main causes of rear-end accidents include:

• Texting while driving
• Other types of distracted driving
• Impaired driving
• Speeding
• Tailgating

The car accident attorneys at Fuicelli & Lee will thoroughly investigate your case to determine who was at fault. We can also advocate for you if the insurance company tries to place undue blame on you for causing the accident.

Victims can sustain various types of injuries in rear-end accidents, even accidents that occur at low speeds. Some of the most common injuries include:

Whiplash. One of the most common types of injuries that can occur in a rear-end collision is whiplash. This injury occurs when the soft tissues in the neck and back are stretched or torn due to the rapid back-and-forth movement of a person’s body in the incident. You can also suffer other serious neck and back injuries in a rear-end crash that can leave you in constant pain and limited mobility.

Spinal cord trauma. The violent forces of the collision can cause a number of spinal cord injuries. Injuries to the spine can result in chronic, debilitating conditions, including paralysis.

Traumatic brain injuries. Brain injuries can happen from a violent blow to the head or when the brain smashes into the insides of the skull. Rear-end crashes can cause either of these to happen, and a severe traumatic brain injury can adversely affect virtually every aspect of your life and future.

Other serious injuries you can sustain in a rear-end collision include:

• Broken bones
• Dislocated joints
• Nerve damage
• Lacerations or puncture wounds
• Internal organ damage or internal bleeding

Along with physical injuries, you can suffer severe mental and emotional issues from the trauma of the accident. Be sure to get a complete medical evaluation, even if you don’t think your injuries are serious. Some injuries take time to show symptoms, and you can reach out to an attorney at Fuicelli & Lee for help getting the medical treatment you need and fully documenting your injuries so you can pursue fair compensation.

Types of Compensation You Can Receive 

The injuries you sustain in a rear-end collision will cause many adverse effects on your life. You may need extensive medical care, physical therapy, and perhaps accommodations to deal with your injuries. The medical costs may be more than you can bear, and you shouldn’t have to pay for everything on your own if the accident was not your fault.

Colorado allows accident victims to recover economic and non-economic damages to help with any of the following:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Disfigurement

Also, you may recover punitive damages if the other driver was under the influence of alcohol or illegal narcotics, for instance, or if the driver caused the crash through egregious negligence or wanton recklessness. Your attorney can help you determine if you can pursue exemplary damages for your read-end accident injury. 

Call Our Denver Rear-End Collision Attorneys

Fuicelli & Lee, PC – Denver Office

1731 Gilpin Street
Denver, CO 80218
P: (303) 355-7202