If you were injured in a blind spot accident in Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma Injury Law Firm can help. We help hold negligent parties accountable when they fail to uphold safe driving laws and standards. Contact us today for a free case review.
What Is a Blind Spot Accident?
Blind spots refer to the areas directly around a vehicle where another vehicle cannot be seen in the mirrors. Therefore, blind spot accidents involve situations in which the collision occurs because a driver could not see another vehicle in these vulnerable locations.
Commercial trucks have much larger blind spots than regular passenger vehicles because of their size and extended length. Blind spots on semi trucks extend to the following:
- 20 feet in front of the cab
- 30 feet behind the trailer
- One lane wide on the driver’s side
- Two to three lanes wide on the passenger side, extending from the window down the entire trailer length and up to ten feet behind the trailer
Common Causes of Blind Spot Accidents
Just because blind spots exist does not excuse motorists from having to drive defensively and reasonably. Motorists are expected to monitor for traffic around them and manually check before switching lanes or merging, not to solely rely on their mirrors. Common scenarios that can lead to blind-spot accidents include the following:
- Failing to check blind spots before changing lanes
- Improper merging
- Tailgating, i.e., a vehicle following too closely to the vehicle in front of it
- Distracted driving
- Drowsy driving
- Aggressive driving
- Defective crash avoidance or blind spot monitors or too much reliance on this technology
Financial Compensation You Can Seek After a Blind Spot Accident
If you were injured in a blind spot accident that was someone else’s fault, you have the right to seek compensation for the damages you suffered, which could be significant if the accident occurred at high speeds or involved a large truck. Damages in this type of legal claim may include the following:
- Past, current, and future medical expenses
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Property damage to pay for repairs or the replacement of your damaged vehicle and other damaged personal property
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish and emotional distress
- Permanent disability or impairment
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Contact Our Oklahoma City blind Spot Accident Lawyers for Help with Your Case
If you were injured in a blind spot accident, the Oklahoma Injury Law Firm is available to help. We can thoroughly investigate your case and identify the party responsible for your injuries, which may be the driver, the trucking company, or a manufacturer of a defective part. We work diligently to identify critical evidence that helps prove fault and establishes the full value of your personal injury case. Contact us online to discuss your case with an experienced attorney from the Oklahoma Injury Law Firm to learn more about your legal rights and options for seeking financial recovery.