Most rear-end collisions occur at intersections. For example, if one vehicle is stopped at a red light or stop sign, but the driver in the back cannot bring their car to a safe stop, it can result in a crash.
Back-end accidents can also happen on major highways such as Interstate 275, Interstate 75, and Interstate 4. On the interstate, motorists may be traveling between 55 and 70 miles per hour. However, daily traffic occasionally causes vehicles to slow down. If drivers do not pay attention to the slowing of traffic, it may result in high-speed collisions.
Additionally, when a motorist assumes the vehicle in front of them will speed up on an entrance ramp, they might strike the rear of that car. Accidents on the highway typically occur at high speeds, leading to life-threatening injuries. To discuss how the location of your rear-end collision can impact your damages and subsequent accident claim, speak with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible.