Atlanta, Georgia Back-Over Car Accident Lawyer
Back-Over accidents occur when a vehicle is going in reverse and strikes a pedestrian, bicycle rider or motorcycle rider. Back-Over accidents are far too common and they often result in grave injuries or even fatalities because the victim of the crash typically has little protection from the impact of the vehicle.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a Back-Over accident, the driver who hit you may be held legally responsible for the accident. It is important that you understand your legal rights to obtain compensation, and that you have a dedicated legal representative advocating on your behalf.
At Van Sant Law, LLC, our experienced Atlanta Car Accident Lawyers have represented many clients who were injured by reversing vehicles.
Give us a call at (800) 234-9556 today to learn how we can put our legal background and knowledge to work for you.
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The Dangers of Back-Over Accidents
Back-Over accidents cause hundreds of deaths and thousands of fatalities every single year. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):
- There are 292 deaths on average in the U.S. every year because of Back-Overs;
- Each year in the US, approximately 18,000 people are hurt due to Back-Over accidents;
- The elderly are at great risk. Thirty-three percent of those killed in Back-Over accidents involving light vehicles are ages 70 and older; and,
- Children under age 5 are also more likely to be victims of Back-Over accidents. Kids five and under account for 44 percent of deaths caused by Back-Over accidents in light vehicles.
These accidents may occur on the road when cars are backing up, but they are far more likely to occur in parking lots and on residential driveways. When a driver is backing out of a parking space or leaving his home and doesn’t look carefully behind him, he could easily hit a child, elderly person or other pedestrian or bicycle rider.
Getting Legal Help from an Atlanta Car Accident Lawyer if You Were Backed Over
Because drivers are expected to look behind them and check their mirrors carefully before backing up, it is generally easy to show that the driver fell short and was negligent in causing the Back-Over accident. However, you will still need to gather evidence to prove your case and you will still need to demonstrate the extent of your damages in order to obtain the maximum compensation.
If you’ve been injured in a Georgia car accident you should speak with an experienced car accident attorney as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our office directly at (800) 234-9556 to schedule your free consultation.
