Doctor and Attorney Referrals for Side-Impact CollisionsA T-bone car accident—also known as a side-impact collision or a broadside crash—happens when the front end of one vehicle slams into the side of another. These accidents can be deadly when the vehicles involved are traveling at high rates of speed because vehicle occupants only have the car doors protecting them from the full force of the impact. However, even when side-impact collisions occur at slower speeds, they can still cause significant injuries because, in addition to the initial accident impact, T-boned vehicles are often hit again as a result of being pushed into oncoming traffic or other objects.

Major Causes of T-Bone Accidents in the Twin Cities

Most side-impact collisions are caused by driver error and failure to follow basic traffic rules. Following are some of the common ways these crashes occur:

  • Failing to yield or stop at a stop sign. When motorists do not yield to oncoming traffic or stop at a stop sign, they can slam into the side of another vehicle in the intersection.
  • Running red lights. Many broadside accidents occur when a driver tries to get through an intersection before the light turns red—and doesn’t make it. Because the driver is speeding through the intersection when the T-bone crash occurs, the force of impact can be greater and the injuries more catastrophic.
  • Making unsafe lane changes. When a driver fails to check for blind spots, fails to signal, or makes other errors when changing lanes, the front end of the vehicle can smash into the side of another car.
  • Not driving for weather conditions. Drivers must use caution when driving in snow, ice, rain, or fog. When they fail to do so, they can lose control of their vehicles and slam into the side of another one. In some cases, this can cause a chain reaction where many cars are involved in a multi-vehicle crash.
  • Making improper turns. When drivers fail to judge distances properly before making a  turn, a T-bone accident is likely. If a driver makes an improper right turn, his vehicle could be the one hit on the side by an oncoming car.

Failing to make repairs. Faulty brakes, worn tires, and steering mechanisms can fail, leading to a deadly broadside collision.

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T-bone accidents can cause serious, life-altering injuries including back and neck injuries, hip fractures, paralysis, and brain injuries. To recover both physically and financially after a crash, you will need skilled and experienced medical and legal assistance. If you are overwhelmed and don’t know where to turn for this help, contact the Twin Cities #1 doctor and attorney referral service—it’s FREE! Call 763-251-PAIN today to speak to one of our local accident experts.