One person died and four were injured after a head-on collision in south Lake Charles. According to KPLC, the crash happened at around 12:30 p.m. when Sean Nunez, 37, swerved into oncoming traffic on Gauthier Road. His car struck a Ford pickup that was carrying three occupants. Both vehicles then hit a pedestrian, who was running alongside the road.

Everyone involved in the crash was rushed to a local hospital. The driver who allegedly caused the accident, Sean Nunez, died from his injuries. The pedestrian and at least two occupants of the Ford pickup have been released from the hospital.

This story is a tragic reminder that a serious car accident can happen at any time – and no matter how responsible you are behind the wheel, you cannot control the actions of other drivers. Head-on collisions can be particularly devastating. Victims who are lucky enough to survive often face permanent physical and cognitive disabilities.

If you were injured due to a negligent driver in Louisiana, contact Morris Bart, LLC. You may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and non-economic damages.

An accident lawyer in Lake Charles will help you avoid mistakes during the claims process such as accepting a low settlement or making recorded statements to insurance adjusters. Call 800-537-8185 to schedule a free initial consultation.

How Often do Head-On Accidents Happen?

According to the most recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, head-on crashes happen less often than other types of accidents. They account for approximately 13 percent of traffic fatalities in rural areas and 7 percent of traffic fatalities in urban areas.

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What Are the Most Common Injuries in Head-on Collisions?

A head-on collision can injure any part of your body. The most common injuries in these accidents include:

Head wounds
Bruises
Cuts
Abdominal injuries
Broken and fractured bones
Concussions
Contusions
Neck strain

A major head-on collision can also cause emotional distress. According to WebMD, many car accident victims are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. Common symptoms of PTSD include:

Irrationally blaming yourself or another person for the accident;
Avoiding people and places that remind you of the traumatic experience;
Not being able to remember details about the traumatic event; and
Reliving the experience through nightmares and flashbacks.

What Are the Most Common Causes of Head-on Accidents?

There are several driver errors that can cause a head-on collision, but most of these accidents involve one of these factors:

Distracted driving;
Driving while fatigued;
Adverse weather;
Using poor technique when overtaking a vehicle;
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol; or
Breaking other traffic laws.

If you were injured in a head-on collision that another driver caused, contact Morris Bart, LLC. A personal-injury attorney in Lake Charles will evaluate your case to determine if you have grounds for a claim. Our lawyers have been representing the injured for more than three decades. Call 800-537-8185 to schedule a free consultation.

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