While the rear driver is typically presumed at fault due to the duty to maintain safe following distance, exceptions exist. The lead driver may share liability if they stopped suddenly without cause, had non-functioning brake lights, reversed unexpectedly, or were driving recklessly. Our attorneys investigate all factors to determine accurate liability.

Rear-end collisions frequently cause whiplash, neck and back injuries, traumatic brain injuries, facial injuries (from airbag deployment), spinal disc damage, and injuries from seat belt restraint. Even low-speed impacts can cause significant soft tissue damage with long-lasting effects.

Yes. Many injuries, particularly soft tissue damage and whiplash, may not manifest symptoms for hours or days after the accident. This delayed onset is medically recognized and doesn’t diminish your claim. We recommend seeking medical attention promptly after any accident, even if you feel fine initially.

Compensation is based on factors including medical expenses, treatment duration, injury severity, income loss, permanent impairment, and impact on quality of life. Insurance companies often try to minimize whiplash claims, but our attorneys work with medical experts to document the full extent of your injuries.

In multi-vehicle chain-reaction accidents, the driver who initiated the chain by rear-ending the last vehicle is typically liable for all resulting damages. However, multiple drivers may share liability if several vehicles failed to maintain proper distances. We investigate these complex scenarios to identify all responsible parties.

Key evidence includes photographs of vehicle damage (particularly showing the point of impact), witness statements, police reports, skid mark documentation, traffic camera footage, medical records linking injuries to the accident, and expert testimony regarding injury causation and accident reconstruction.