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Broadside car accidents, also known as side-impact crashes, or more commonly, as T-Bone accidents, are an extremely dangerous type of car accident and are one of the leading causes of serious car-related injuries or deaths. If you or a loved one has experienced injuries as a result of a broadside collision, Bossier City car accident lawyer<\/a> Michael J. Vergis is ready to assist. With extensive experience handling a variety of traffic accidents and personal injury cases, you can be confident that your case will receive the dedication and attention needed to secure maximum compensation for your injuries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call (318) 698-3724<\/a> or contact us online<\/a> to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Northwest Louisiana personal injury lawyer at The Law Office of Michael J. Vergis<\/a> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broadside Collision Definition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Broadside collisions<\/strong> occur when one car hits the side of another vehicle. This type of collision often happens at intersections where one vehicle may cross oncoming traffic or fail to yield the right of way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The impact from the oncoming vehicle can cause significant damage and serious injuries to the occupants of the car hit on its side. This is because the sides of a vehicle leave passengers more susceptible to injury, as there is less of the car’s shell to absorb the impact. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many vehicles have fewer safety features on their sides as compared to the front and rear areas, meaning there is little protection between the people sitting in the passenger or driver seats and the oncoming vehicle. The addition of side-impact airbags in some newer models has helped to reduce the risk, but they have not eliminated it completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broadside Collision vs. T-Bone Collision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Broadside collisions and T-bone collisions refer to the same type of incident where one vehicle strikes the side of another. In a broadside collision, a car hits the side of another vehicle, typically forming a “T” shape at the point of impact, hence the term “T-bone accident.<\/strong>” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether described as a broadside collision or a T-bone accident, the scenario involves a vehicle striking the side of another car, often at intersections or when a driver fails to yield while crossing paths. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As such, the severity and consequences of broadside accidents and T-bone accidents are the same, with significant potential for damage and injury to the passengers of the struck vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Do Broadside Accidents Happen?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like most car accidents, broadside accidents often occur as a result of human error, such as a driver failing to adhere to traffic laws or ignoring traffic control devices like stop signs, red lights, and traffic signals. This is often a result of distracted driving, whether that be texting, eating, messing with the radio, or any other action that takes their attention away from the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another far too common cause of these types of motor vehicle accidents is impaired driving. Vehicle drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol have a slower reaction time, making it more difficult to respond quickly to changing traffic conditions. Impaired drivers also often exhibit poor judgment and reduced coordination, increasing the likelihood of running a red light or stop sign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other common culprits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n