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Head-On Collision Causes

Every crash has unique facts, but several main causes lead to head-on collisions, including the following.

  • Wrong-way driving: Entering highways or the interstate in the wrong direction or driving on the wrong side of any highway or street can have catastrophic consequences.
  • Distracted driving: Drivers who are texting, talking on the phone, or speaking with passengers can drift into oncoming traffic, causing a head-on collision.
  • Drunk driving: Driving drunk can lead to a head-on collision due to poor judgment and slowed reaction time of alcohol intoxication.
  • Poor weather or road conditions: With the heavy dust storms of Palm Springs or the slippery roads following a rare shower, road conditions can cause a vehicle to slide into oncoming traffic, typically due to driving too fast for road conditions.
  • Driver fatigue: Long-distance driving, or getting behind the wheel with insufficient sleep, can cause drivers to lose focus and veer into oncoming traffic.

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At Christopher C. Vader PC, we bring over 25 years of experience in personal injury law. We have achieved many high-value settlements and jury awards for the people we represent. Despite our big-city expertise, we are a local firm just around the corner. We serve Palm Desert, La Quinta, Cathedral City, Indio, Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, and Coachella Valley. As a solo practitioner, our head-on collision attorney, Christopher Vader, offers personalized attention and care and can be trusted to go the distance in helping you seek fair compensation—and justice.

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What Are the Damages in a Head-On Collision Causing Injuries or Death?

After serious or catastrophic injuries, the damages sought in a claim or lawsuit can include the following Costs:

  • Emergency medical care and hospitalization
  • Surgeries or medical procedures
  • Physical therapy, rehabilitation
  • Medications
  • Assistive equipment (such as wheelchairs or leg braces)
  • Lost wages
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Reduced quality of life
  • Emotional anguish
  • Loss of consortium

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Why You Need a Car Accident Lawyer

Insurance companies typically offer settlements much lower than could be recovered with the assistance of an accomplished personal injury lawyer. Be wary of being pressured into signing a settlement offer. These documents disallow you from further claims, even if you find you need additional treatments or suffer other losses up the line. A Palm Springs head-on collision lawyer can help with the following:

  • Prove fault: Locating and compiling evidence, such as police reports, eyewitness accounts, and accident reconstruction data, is the foundation of a successful claim.
  • Calculate damages: While the average person may have trouble estimating the economic and non-economic damages, a lawyer can calculate a reasonable compensation amount based on experience.
  • Negotiate the terms of a settlement: You are already experiencing stress from the collision; our lawyer can negotiate the terms of your settlement, pursue all forms of damages, and will not advise you to accept a lowball settlement offer.
  • Represent you in court: Christopher Vader is not shy about holding those responsible accountable. If the liable parties refuse to provide a fair offer, a lawsuit can be filed to seek justice in civil court.

Christopher C. Vader PC is On Your Side

From the beginning of your case and throughout the process, Christopher Vader Law is on your side. That means we put what’s best for you, the client, first. Not what’s best for us—what is best for you and your family. After decades of serving our fellow Coachella Valley residents, we’re proud to have been named a Top Lawyer by Palm Springs Life magazine for multiple years. We are your local Palm Springs law firm with big-city skills. We’d be happy to meet you in our office for a free consultation if you are looking for an attorney you can trust.

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Testimonials

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Want to know what it’s like to work with us? Take a moment to see what our clients have to say about their experience and how we’ve helped them navigate challenging times.

Blake E.

Chris was excellent from start to finish, in my case. He is very intelligent and has an in depth knowledge above his peers, and he has a genuine disposition ...

Christopher N.

Mr. Vader expertly handled my case, resolving it in the least amount of time possible, and with the best resolution possible.

Dave S.

I can never thank this firm enough and would, without hesitancy, recommend them to anyone who has been wrongly injured in the Palm Springs area.

Leta

We had the misfortune of being 1200 miles and 2 states away from home when we were broadsided by a drunk driver in Feb. 2019. We received the maximum payout ...

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Christopher Vader is a true professional in every way. I felt that he cared about me and my situation. He follows up with all concerned. I trust his expertis...

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Christopher Vader is a man of his word he is a true professional in every way. He knows every aspect of the case he works on I felt that he cared about me an...

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I would recommend Attorney Christopher C Vader for your legal needs in the Palm Springs area.

A.R.

Great lawyer, I don't regret having him represent me at all . Got the full amount the insurance policy was for.

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