Attorney review: Jami S. Oliver, Founder. Admitted in Ohio, 1993.* About Jami
Oliver Law Office is a woman-led personal injury firm with locations in Dublin and Columbus, Ohio.*
Going up against insurance companies and negligent drivers is never easy, and our Columbus (on Wikipedia) rear-end crash lawyer can help you through the process.*
Can a rear-end crash cause serious injuries?
Yes. Rear-end crashes often cause many serious injuries, even though people often think they are minor accidents.*
Even whiplash, which many people think is not severe, can result in weeks or months of discomfort and pain for accident victims.
These injuries are painful, and they can also lead to high medical bills, lost income and more.*
If you have been hurt, you can file a claim to recover compensation for these losses.*
What causes most rear-end crashes?
Tailgating is the most common cause of rear-end crashes. Distracted driving, impaired drivers and speeding are other common causes.*
Any careless, or negligent, act can cause a rear-end crash, but some are more common than others:*
- Tailgating: One driver follows another vehicle too closely, without enough distance to slow down or stop in time.*
- Distracted driving: The driver’s eyes leave the road, so they may not notice that the vehicle in front has slowed down or come to a full stop.*
- Impaired drivers: Alcohol or drugs slow a driver’s reactions and cause problems with perception, which can easily lead to a rear-end crash.*
- Speeding: Driving over the speed limit reduces the distance between vehicles, so a speeding driver has no time to slow down or stop before hitting the vehicle in front.*
It is critical to find out how a rear-end crash happened, so you know who to hold liable.*
Is the rear driver always at fault in a rear-end crash?
No. In most cases the driver in the rear is found at fault, but it is a myth that the rear driver is always to blame.*
All drivers are expected to keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of them, which is why the rear driver is usually at fault.*
But there are times when the front driver can be at fault for a rear-end crash. Front drivers can be at fault when they:*
- stop suddenly, particularly without reason*
- drive recklessly or aggressively*
- do not have taillights that work properly*
What results has Oliver Law Office obtained in vehicle cases?
These results come from crashes on the road.*
$2.5M
Judgment for automobile striking a bicyclist resulting in death
$5M
Settlement arising out of a death of a pedestrian by a distracted driver
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.*
“My experience with the Oliver Law Office, from start to finish, was excellent.”
How can a Columbus rear-end crash lawyer help you?
A Columbus car accident lawyer at Oliver Law Office can determine who is to blame for your injuries and help you obtain the full settlement you deserve.*
We will hold the people to blame fully accountable for paying the maximum damages you are entitled to.*
Call or text us at 614.220.9100, or contact us online to schedule a consultation.*
What else do people ask about rear-end crashes?
Is whiplash a serious injury?
It can be. Many people think whiplash is not severe, but the discomfort and pain can last weeks or months.*
Are rear-end crashes minor accidents?
Not always. Because rear-end crashes are so common, people often think they are minor, but they often cause many serious injuries.*
