In a broadside collision, occupants absorb most of the impact force, increasing the risk of serious injury. Side impact/T-bone car accidents in Miami can create significant financial challenges due to medical bills and loss of income.
If you suffered harm in this type of crash, our experienced car accident attorneys at Kaire & Heffernan are here to help.
T-bone or side-impact collisions occur when the front of one vehicle strikes the side of another, forming a “T” shape. Determining fault in these accidents is complex because multiple parties may share responsibility. If you were in a Miami side-impact collision, our lawyers could investigate those potentially at fault.
A driver failing to obey traffic signals is the most common cause of T-bone accidents. At Kaire & Heffernan, we obtain traffic camera footage, witness statements, and police reports to establish liability. Our attorneys can also subpoena the at-fault driver’s cell phone records to show distraction at the time of impact.
At intersections without signals, drivers must yield appropriately to avoid accidents. Accident reconstruction experts analyze skid marks, vehicle damage patterns, and point of impact to demonstrate which driver had the right-of-way, and we use this evidence to establish fault.
Drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs or who are distracted increase the risk of T-bone crashes. Our lawyers will request toxicology reports, obtain surveillance footage from nearby businesses, and use phone records showing texting or calling during the event to prove that impairment or distraction caused the collision.
Poorly maintained roads, malfunctioning traffic lights, or obscured signage can contribute to T-bone crashes. Attorneys prove governmental liability by documenting prior complaints about the hazardous condition. Your legal team can also obtain maintenance records showing neglect and hire an expert to testify that proper upkeep would have prevented the accident.
Defective brakes, steering systems, or airbags can impair a driver’s ability to avoid a collision as well as increase injury severity. Our attorneys establish manufacturer fault in product liability claims. We will examine maintenance records showing proper vehicle care, obtain expert testimony about the defect, and review similar claims against the manufacturer.
If you suffered injuries in a broadside crash in Miami, you may be entitled to economic damages, which cover quantifiable losses, such as:
In addition, you may also be entitled to non-economic damages, such as:
Finally, a judge could award you punitive damages in cases involving extreme negligence or intentional misconduct to punish the at-fault party and deter similar behavior.
The value of your claim depends on factors such as injury severity, fault determination, and insurance policy limits. Our attorneys will accurately calculate your damages.
You may be eligible for compensation if you sustained injuries in a broadside crash due to someone else’s negligence. However, an insurer may resist your claim through delays, denials, or blame shifts. Our lawyers at Kaire & Heffernan have years of experience representing victims of side impact/T-bone car accidents in Miami. Contact us today and let usnavigate the complex legal process.
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