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Vehicle Crashes in Orange CountyUnderstanding the Causes and Helping Victims Know What to Do Next

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Just How Dangerous Are Our Roads?No one plans to be involved in a vehicle crash. Yet, in Orange County alone, there are over 80 crashes every day. In 2014, nearly 20,000 people were killed or injured in auto crashes. In the pages that follow, we’ll look at why these crashes happen, examine the different types of crashes and learn what victims should do after an auto accident...

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Why Crashes Happen?No two crashes are the same, but they typically have one thing in common. Over 90% of vehicle crashes are due to human error. These errors include travelling too fast, following another vehicle too closely or failing to stop or yield to signals and traffic signs. Distraction, drowsiness and impairment from drugs and alcohol also account for a large percentage of vehicle crashes.



Top 10 Causes of Vehicle Collisions in Orange County

For 2015, the California Highway Patrol reports that 13,204 collisions involving injuries occurred in Orange County. Excluding pedestrian-related causes, here are the ten most frequent causes of those vehicle collisions:

1. Speeding or driving too fast for conditions: 34%2. Failing to yield to another vehicle: 18%3. Improper turns: 10%4. Failing to obey traffic control signs and signals: 10%5. Alcohol or drug impairment (DUI): 7%6. Improper lane changes: 4%7. Driving on wrong side of the road: 2%8. Unsafe starting or backing: 1%9. Following too close: 1%10. Equipment failures (including defective auto parts): Less than 1%


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When and Where Crashes HappenWhile vehicle crashes can occur anywhere at anytime, some times and places are more dangerous than others. These numbers come from information compiled by the Orange County Register. The most dangerous day of the week on Orange County roads is Friday. The most dangerous time of the day on Orange County roads is between 5

p.m. and 6 p.m. The four most dangerous intersections in Orange County are:

1) Chapman Avenue and Jamboree Road2) 17th Street and Fairview Street3) Chapman Avenue and Gilbert Street4) Bristol Street and McFadden Avenue



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Types of CrashesRear-end collisions - One vehicle strikes another from behind. Head-on collisions - The fronts of two vehicles collide. Broadside collisions - One vehicle strikes another at a

perpendicular angle; also known as T-bone collisions. Sideswipes - A collision between two vehicles headed in the

same direction.Rollovers - A vehicle tips over or flips during a crash. Pile-up crashes - Multiple vehicles crash into one another.



Common Injuries in Vehicle Crashes

Brain injuriesBroken bonesFacial injuriesBurns


Loss of limbsSevere cuts or bruisesSprains, strains, or tearsSpinal cord injuries

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Other Consequences of a Vehicle CrashThe fallout from a serious vehicle crash isn’t just limited to physical injuries. It can also include: Emotional or mental harm - anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder,

depression Medical bills Ongoing treatment Expensive medication Loss of income Loss of work ability




What to do After a Crash Make sure everyone is safe. Call 911. Seek immediate medical attention if injured. Get the contact and insurance information of the other driver. If possible, take pictures of the scene of the crash. Ask any witnesses for their contact information. Keep copies of all medical bills, repair bills, police reports or any other

relevant information. Do NOT speak to the insurance company of the other driver. Refer them to

your attorney.



Why You Shouldn’t Accept an Early SettlementAfter a crash, you will likely be offered a settlement by an insurance adjuster. The initial offer will almost never cover the full costs of your crash. Adjusters will often make the lowest possible offer to minimize the payments of their employers. You do not have to accept their first offer. By employing the services of a vehicle crash attorney, you can be sure you are treated fairly and maximize the payment for the damages you have suffered.



Neale & Fhima Can HelpThe Orange County vehicle crash attorneys at Neale & Fhima fight for our clients to win the compensation they deserve. We know the tactics insurance companies use to minimize their payments, and we make sure that our clients get treated fairly. If you or a loved one has been injured in a crash, contact Neale & Fhima to learn more about how we can help.

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