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Strategies to Avoid Head-On Collisions

Posted by Russell West | Feb 14, 2020 | 0 Comments

At least one person recently passed away in south Spokane in a single-vehicle accident. Law enforcement later determined that the accident occurred while the car failed to properly turn a curve and collided with a tree while traveling at an accelerated speed. The driver was announced dead at the scene of the accident. 

The driver is believed to have not been wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident. Investigators later determined that neither alcohol nor drugs were factors responsible for the accident. Additional details about how the accident occurred are still being uncovered.

Data reveals that head-on collisions represent a small number of car accidents, but these accidents are much more likely to result in serious injuries and fatalities. It is a good idea for motor vehicle drivers to understand some of the most helpful strategies to avoid the risk of head-on collisions.

Understand Why Head-On Collisions are So Deadly

While most head-on collisions result in serious damages, the results are often worse if a vehicle collides with a fixed point slightly off-center. The reason these accidents are so deadly is that a vehicle occupant's body must come to a sudden halt during a collision, which often results in a person being thrown through a window or against the vehicle with substantial force. Even if a passenger is wearing a seatbelt, head-on collisions have the potential to break seatbelts or create other situations in which safety equipment fails to work as needed.

Other Tips for Avoiding Head-On Collisions

Besides recognizing the danger of head-on collisions, there are several other strategies you should follow to avoid the danger of head-on collisions, which include:

  • If you notice a vehicle headed in your direction, slow down and prepare for the impending collision.
  • Turn on your headlights or honk your horn so that you can notify that other driver about your location. Sometimes, when a driver is drunk or fatigued, notifying the other party about your location in this way can be a lifesaver.
  • If at all possible, avoid going off the road. If you are at risk of being struck head-on, however, realize that going off-road is often the safer option. 
  • Sometimes, drivers are left unable to avoid a collision and instead must select what object a vehicle will strike. In these situations, drivers should try to strike a stationary object like a tree rather than another vehicle. 
  • If you can position your vehicle, it is often better to strike the vehicle's side rather than its front. Sideswiping is preferable if your vehicle is about to collide with a stationary object or an approaching vehicle.

Speak with a Spokane Car Accident Lawyer

When Spokane car accidents occur, the results are often catastrophic. The victims of these accidents should not be afraid to pursue the compensation they deserve. Contact West Law Office today to schedule a free case evaluation. 

About the Author

Russell West

Russell West from West Law Office, located in Spokane, Washington represents clients in areas of criminal traffic, misdemeanors, and personal injury. DUI’s, Reckless Driving, Negligent driving, Hit and Run, and Driving with Suspended license are the majority of criminal traffic violations. Drug Charges, Theft, and Domestic Violence account for most of the other criminal cases Russell handles.

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