A T-bone car accident is a type of side-impact collision in which one vehicle strikes the side of another. Because of the angle of impact and the fact that they often occur at medium to high speeds, T-bone or broadside accidents can cause severe injuries, including whiplash, broken bones, internal organ damage, spinal cord damage, and traumatic brain injuries, for example.
Many T-bone collisions occur at intersections, since that is where vehicles traveling in perpendicular directions cross paths. Broadside crashes may be due to a distracted driver running a stop sign or red light, or a left-turning driver failing to yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic, for example.
If you sustained injuries in a Kentucky T-bone motor vehicle accident, contact Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer for a free consultation with an experienced attorney. We have the Kentucky Courage necessary to seek maximum compensation for your losses.
Who Is Liable in a T-Bone Car Accident in Kentucky?
In most Kentucky T-bone accident cases, one of the drivers is at fault. However, under certain circumstances, additional parties may also be at fault. For example, a vehicle manufacturer could be held liable if a defective product contributed to the accident, or a government entity could be held liable if a malfunctioning traffic signal caused the collision.
When third parties are at fault, they may be liable for the harm caused by the accident. When a driver is at fault for the accident, an auto insurance company is typically liable.
Kentucky is a choice no-fault auto insurance state, which means your first option for seeking compensation could be to file a personal injury protection (PIP) claim with your own insurer if you opted for PIP coverage. In such cases, your insurer would be liable for your losses regardless of fault. But if you sustained a broken bone, permanent disability or disfigurement, or medical expenses exceeding $1,000, or if you opted out of no-fault coverage, you can also seek compensation by holding the at-fault party’s insurance company liable.
Steps to Take After a T-Bone Accident
After a T-bone car accident, taking the proper steps can significantly strengthen your case and help to maximize your compensation. Steps to take include:
- Consult our T-bone accident lawyers. The best way to maximize your compensation is to let an experienced car accident lawyer from Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer handle your case from start to finish.
- Seek medical attention. Get a thorough medical exam after a side-impact crash, even if you do not feel hurt at first. Some potentially serious conditions do not show immediate symptoms but could become life-threatening if left undiagnosed and untreated. Always follow up with your medical treatment until your treating doctor discharges you.
- Keep track of bills. Hold on to all medical bills, income statements, and other records related to the accident so your lawyer can use them when calculating your losses.
- Avoid admitting fault. Do not admit fault for the accident at the scene, and do not speak to any insurance adjusters who contact you for a statement about the accident. Direct all insurance adjusters to our lawyers.
- Document everything. Write down everything you remember about the accident and maintain photographic and written records of your injuries over time as you recover.
The Importance of Having a T-Bone Crash Attorney on Your Side
It is crucial to have our skilled T-bone accident attorneys on your side to protect your rights and help you seek the compensation you deserve. The other party and the insurance companies involved in the case will have legal representation. So, if you do not have a lawyer in your corner, you will be at an immediate disadvantage.
Our car crash lawyers play a wide variety of roles throughout an auto accident claim. We identify liable parties, gather evidence, file claims, negotiate with insurers, and provide legal advice to our clients. Our personal injury attorneys can handle everything related to your case, so you only have to focus on your recovery.
Our lawyers stand ready to help you seek compensation for your accident-related losses, including:
- Past and future medical bills
- Lost wages and reduced earning potential
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent disability
- Repair or replacement costs for your T-boned car
How to Find the Right T-Bone Accident Attorney for You
Finding the right car accident attorney after a T-bone accident in Kentucky may seem daunting. There are many attorneys to choose from, so how do you know you are making the right choice?
One of the first things you should look at is an attorney’s client reviews and testimonials. Our law firm includes client testimonials on our website. Seeing how clients speak about our attorneys can give you a good indication of what it is like to work with us. For example, one of our past clients wrote:
“I highly recommend this law firm. They are very knowledgeable, caring, and will fight for you until the end. But, the most important thing was they always kept me informed and constantly stayed in touch with me along the way.” – Candy B.
You should also ensure that an attorney has a proven track record of successfully handling cases like yours. Our law firm’s website features case results that highlight some of our past cases where we secured compensation for our past clients.
Do not forget that your initial consultation with an attorney is an ideal opportunity to ask questions. You can ask about the attorney’s fee structure, similar cases they have handled, and how they plan to tackle your case.
What Can a T-Bone Accident Lawyer at Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer Do for You?
Our experienced T-bone car accident lawyers will thoroughly investigate the car accident that caused your injuries. We will identify the at-fault parties and gather the evidence necessary to determine liability and build a strong claim for compensation.
After filing your claim, we will prove the at-fault party’s negligence and negotiate for a fair settlement with the insurance company. If the insurance company refuses to engage in constructive negotiations, we are prepared to take your case to trial to seek the compensation you need.
When you work with our team, you will speak with a lawyer early on in your car accident claim. The lawyers you see in our TV commercials are the same ones who will be working with you. We are real lawyers who advertise, not advertisers who happen to have law degrees.
Contact Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer at (877) 809-5352 for a free consultation about your case. Our experienced car accident attorneys handle injury claims from all angles, including personal injury, workers’ compensation, and Social Security disability claims.