Rear-End Accidents

Rear-End Car Accident Attorney in Denver

Fighting For Rear-End Accident Victims in Colorado

Each year, more than 2.5 million rear-end accidents occur in the United States. In fact, the National Safety Council reports that rear-end collisions are the most common type of automobile accident.

In a rear-end collision, the front bumper of the rear car collides with the back bumper of the forward car, thus transferring the energy from the rear car to the front car.

Rear-end accidents happen when drivers are stopped at traffic lights or in congested traffic and are unable to avoid the accident because they are surrounded by other cars.

Contributing factors in rear-end collisions include driver distraction, panic stops, tailgating, and reduced traction due to weather or worn pavement.

Call us today at (303) 647-9990 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our Denver rear end car accident attorney.

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$8.91 Million Drunk Driving Accident Resulting in Rollover Collision
Rollover collision – Steve Wahlberg represented the driver of a vehicle struck by a drunk driver. The Court entered judgment of $4,455,000 including 1.5 million in physical impairment, $4,455,000 in punitive damages.
$4.44 Million Jury Verdict for the Family of a Driver Killed in a Highway Speed Collision
Steve Wahlberg obtained a jury verdict based on a highway speed collision. The Defendant crossed the center line and caused a head-on collision, which killed the driver and seriously injured his wife.
$2.73 Million Case Involving a Passenger Hit by a Drunk Driver
Steve Wahlberg represented a passenger in a vehicle hit by a drunk driver. Mr. Wahlberg obtained a judgment against a drunk driver in a rollover collision including an award of $750,000 and exemplary damages of $1,365,000.
$2.2 Million Judgment Against a Driver That Drove Into a Construction Zone
Steve Wahlberg obtained a $2,200,000 judgment against a driver that drove into a construction zone—causing serious and permanent orthopedic and neurological injuries.
$1.8 Million Head-On Car Crash
Dan Sloane recovered the $1.8 million insurance policy limits for family involved in a car crash when the responsible driver negligently crossed the center line, causing a head-on collision.
$1.5 Million Highway Speed Collision Resulting in Wrongful Death
Steve Wahlberg settled a highway speed collision for $1,500,000—the defendant crossed the center lane killing Wahlberg’s client. Wahlberg brought a claim on behalf of the widow and the case settled one month before trial.

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Common Injuries in a Rear-End Accident

Because of the energy transfer in a rear-end collision, significant injuries can be sustained, even at low speeds. Never underestimate an injury or dismiss any pain, bruising, or inflammation after an accident.

The following are injuries that could be sustained as a result of a rear-end collision:

Disc herniation resulting from compression of the spine
Spinal cord injuries resulting in permanent disability
Closed head injuries resulting in traumatic brain injury
Face and head injuries from the airbag
Wrist, finger, hand, and arm injuries
Seatbelt injuries

Rear-end accidents are also called “whiplash accidents” because the nature of the collision often results in a whiplash injury for the driver of the front car. Whiplash describes a range of injuries related to a sudden distortion of the neck. Symptoms can occur immediately or be delayed several days. Although whiplash is certainly the most common injury suffered in a rear-end accident, it is not the only one.

Contact us today to begin your journey to compensation with our rear-end car accident attorney in Denver.

Liability in a Rear-End Accident

Fundamental traffic laws require drivers to be able to stop safely if the vehicle, or vehicles, in front of them slow down or stop suddenly. The law dictates that if the rear vehicle cannot stop when the forward vehicle does, the driver was not being as safe as they should have been. If the forward vehicle is struck by the rear vehicle, the driver of the rear vehicle will almost always be assessed blame.

Circumstances where the lead vehicle could be held at least partially liable include:

When a driver brakes suddenly to turn, and fails to execute that maneuver
When a driver backs up suddenly
When a vehicle’s brake lights do not function properly

Liability in a rear-end collision is typically pretty straightforward. They are most commonly thought to be the fault of the rear driver. Exceptions apply in cases where the forward driver creates a hazard that is unavoidable by the rear driver.

What Compensation Is Available in a Rear-End Car Accident Claim?

These damages may include:

Medical Expenses

Compensation for:

Emergency care
Hospital stays
Doctor visits
X-rays, MRIs, scans
Surgeries or procedures
Physical therapy
Prescription medications
Future medical care related to the accident

This includes both past bills already paid and expected future medical costs directly tied to the collision.

Lost Wages & Loss of Earning Capacity

You can recover:

Income you lost while recovering
Wages lost due to missed work
Reduced earning ability (if injuries cause long-term disability)

If your injuries affect your ability to work in the future, your claim may include compensation for reduced earning potential.

Property Damage

This covers the value to restore or replace your vehicle and other personal property damaged in the crash.

Common recoverable items:

Vehicle repair costs
Diminished vehicle value
Replacement of car contents (child seats, electronics, etc.)

Pain and Suffering

This is compensation for:

Physical pain
Emotional distress
Sleep loss
Loss of enjoyment of life
Permanent scarring or disability

Pain and suffering damages are non-economic losses — you don’t need receipts, but you must show how the accident affected your quality of life.

Emotional Distress / Mental Anguish

In many cases, you can seek compensation for:

Anxiety
PTSD
Depression
Fear and trauma after the accident
This is separate from pain and suffering and focuses on emotional harm.

Loss of Consortium

If your injuries significantly affect your relationship with your partner, your spouse may be able to recover damages for:

Loss of companionship
Loss of intimacy
Emotional support

Punitive Damages

Rare in most auto claims, but possible if the at-fault driver’s conduct was particularly reckless, drunk, or intentionally harmful. These are meant to penalize the wrongdoer, not compensate you directly.

Contact Our Denver Rear-End Car Accident Attorney Today

When you or someone you love is injured in a rear-end accident, it is important to seek legal representation immediately. Rear-end accident injuries are often overlooked by insurance companies and they may even deny your claim. We can help. With more than a century of combined experience, extensive resources, and thorough case preparation, our Denver car accident attorneys can capably handle a variety of cases. Since our founding, we’ve obtained more than $350 million for our clients.

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Our goal is to level the playing field between our clients and the large companies and corporations they are up against.
Serving Our Community
Giving back to our community is extremely important to us. We support a number of charitable programs.
No Cost Unless We Win
We represent clients on a contingency fee basis. We only get paid if we win your case.
We Won't Settle for Less

We are trial lawyers through and through, and we will take your case as far as it can go. Our attorneys have tried 100+ cases with extraordinary results.
A Voice for Change
Attorneys at our firm have been at the helm of cases that have gone on to influence legislation, change laws, and impact society for the better.
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We have represented thousands of individuals against insurance companies and corporations, recovering more than a billion dollars in the process.

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