Marietta Head-On Collision Lawyer
Head-on collisions are the deadliest type of car accident. When two vehicles meet at combined speeds of 80-120+ mph, the forces involved almost always produce catastrophic injuries or death. Georgia Auto Law represents Marietta victims of head-on collisions and fights for the maximum compensation these devastating cases demand.
Why Head-On Collisions Are So Severe
Head-on crashes account for only about 2% of all accidents but cause a disproportionate share of fatalities. The combined closing speed doubles the impact force compared to a single-vehicle crash at the same speed. Even with modern airbags and crumple zones, head-on collisions frequently result in:
- Traumatic brain injuries — From violent deceleration and head impacts
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis — Compression fractures, herniated discs, severed spinal cords
- Crushed limbs and amputations — From dashboard and engine intrusion
- Internal organ damage — Lacerated liver, spleen, and lung injuries from seatbelt and steering column forces
- Facial and dental injuries — Airbag burns, broken bones, lacerations
- Wrongful death — Head-on collisions have the highest fatality rate of any crash type
Common Causes in Marietta
Two-lane sections of Dallas Highway, wrong-way incidents on I-75 ramps, and distracted driving on Cobb Parkway produce head-on collisions in Cobb County.
- Distracted driving — Drifting across the center line while texting or using a phone
- Wrong-way driving — Entering a highway or one-way street in the wrong direction
- Impaired driving — Alcohol and drugs impair lane-keeping ability
- Fatigued driving — Drowsy drivers drift across lane markings
- Unsafe passing — Crossing into oncoming traffic to pass on two-lane roads
Establishing Liability
Head-on collisions typically involve clear negligence by the driver who crossed the center line. Georgia Auto Law investigates:
- Police reports and accident reconstruction data
- Toxicology results (if impaired driving is suspected)
- Phone records (to prove distracted driving)
- Vehicle event data recorders (EDR/black box data)
- Surveillance and dashcam footage
Why Choose Georgia Auto Law?
- No fee unless we win — You pay nothing upfront
- Free consultation — Speak with an attorney today
- Catastrophic injury expertise — We understand the long-term costs of head-on collision injuries
- Local knowledge — We know the roads and courts in Marietta
Georgia Law and Your Rights
Georgia's modified comparative negligence rule (O.C.G.A. § 51-12-33) allows recovery as long as you are less than 50% at fault. The statute of limitations is two years (O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33).
Contact Our Marietta Head-On Collision Attorneys
Call us today for a free consultation. Head-on collision cases demand immediate investigation to preserve critical evidence.
