Types of Car Accidents in Omaha
The Nebraska Department of Roads reported a total of 32,302 car accidents throughout the state in 2011, of these, there were several types of car accidents which occurred. In most instances, the type of car accident may contribute the type and severity of injury that occurs.
At Inkelaar Law, our car accident lawyers have handled dozens of traffic collision injury claims, and throughout these years we have discovered that the sooner a victim seeks legal counsel, the better. This will enable our attorneys to begin collecting crucial evidence, documents, and testimonies which can be used against the negligent driver.
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Types of Car Accidents
A car accident may occur at any time, while they typically occur when we least expect it. There are also several different causes of car accidents from drunk driving and drowsy driving to speeding collisions and texting while driving accidents. The following table demonstrates the different types of car accidents which occurred throughout 2011, according to the Nebraska Department of Roads:
| Type of Car Accident | Total |
| Rear-End | 7,199 |
| Head-On | 173 |
| Angle | 6,621 |
| Sideswipe (Same Direction) | 2,175 |
| Sideswipe (Opp. Direction) | 378 |
| Left Turn Leaving | 2,068 |
| Backing | 677 |
| Fixed Object | 4,123 |
| Pedestrian | 369 |
| Animal | 3,507 |
| Pedal-Cyclist | 273 |
| Interstate | 2,181 |
| Total Accidents | 32,30 |
Nebraska drivers can begin taking action in order to reduce the total number of accidents by practicing defensive driving techniques, abiding by all traffic laws, and paying attention at all times while driving. Even when we may be running late for something, or become frustrated with another driver, it is always recommended to be patient and get there safely, rather than not at all.
Contact Our Nebraska Car Accident Attorneys
Over our many years of practice at Inkelaar Law, our lawyers have witnessed many different types of car accidents and have represented dozens of injured victims. After seeing the amount of losses and damages these accident victims suffer from, our attorneys work that much harder to achieve the MAXIMUM compensation they deserve.
Located in Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska, our attorneys are able to serve throughout the entire state and elsewhere needed, all while operating on a contingency fee basis. This means that we will not charge you for our services unless a winning settlement or verdict has been established and you recover.
If you are interested in learning more about the types of car accidents in your area, or our law firm, we welcome you to contact us today at 1-877-537-4665 or complete the Free Case Evaluation form on this page today.