The Dangers of Back-Over Accidents
Back-Over accidents cause hundreds of deaths and thousands of fatalities every single year. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):
- There are 292 deaths on average in the U.S. every year because of Back-Overs;
- Each year in the US, approximately 18,000 people are hurt due to Back-Over accidents;
- The elderly are at great risk. Thirty-three percent of those killed in Back-Over accidents involving light vehicles are ages 70 and older; and,
- Children under age 5 are also more likely to be victims of Back-Over accidents. Kids five and under account for 44 percent of deaths caused by Back-Over accidents in light vehicles.
These accidents may occur on the road when cars are backing up, but they are far more likely to occur in parking lots and on residential driveways. When a driver is backing out of a parking space or leaving his home and doesn’t look carefully behind him, he could easily hit a child, elderly person or other pedestrian or bicycle rider.
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Back-Over Accidents Put Everyone at Risk
When a Back-Over accident occurs, the person who was hit by the car is likely to be seriously harmed as a result of the crash. Some common injuries resulting from back-over accidents include:
- Broken/fractured bones;
- Lacerations;
- Damage to the spinal cord/paralysis;
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) or brain damage);
- Neck and back injuries;
- Sprains and strains; and,
- Soft tissue damage
In some cases, the person who is hit in a Back-Over accident never recovers and is unable to ever return to work. In other tragic incidents, the Back-Over accident results in death.
There is significant financial cost when serious injuries or deaths occur due to Back-Over crashes. The person who was backing his or her vehicle up is responsible for causing the accident in almost every situation and is thus responsible for the costs incurred due to the injuries. An Atlanta Car Accident Attorney can help you to obtain compensation from the responsible party for medical bills, lost income/wages, pain and suffering and emotional distress. If your loved one was killed, then an Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer can also assist in obtaining wrongful death compensation.
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Getting Legal Help from an Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer if You Were Backed Over
Because drivers are expected to look behind them and check their mirrors carefully before backing up, it is generally easy to show that the driver fell short and was negligent in causing the Back-Over accident. However, you will still need to gather evidence to prove your case and you will still need to demonstrate the extent of your damages in order to obtain the maximum compensation.
If you’ve been injured in a Georgia car accident you should speak with an experienced car accident attorney as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our office directly at (800) 234-9556 to schedule your free consultation.
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