At the Law Offices Of Adrianos Facchetti, you get a Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyer who understands how life can change after crashes caused by wrong-way drivers and head-on collisions. Our experienced personal injury law firm focuses on helping you seek fair compensation so you can focus on healing and getting back to your routines.
We are available 24/7 to answer your questions, explain your options, and handle calls from insurance companies for you. You can call us or contact us online to speak with a lawyer who knows how to handle serious wrong-way crash cases in Los Angeles.
Focused Legal Help After a Wrong-Way Crash in Los Angeles
Wrong-way crashes are uncommon, but when a car comes straight at you in your lane, the force and injuries can be serious and long lasting. Many people leave the scene worried about their health, their job, and how to deal with insurance adjusters who start calling quickly.
The Law Offices Of Adrianos Facchetti offers a free consultation, and you pay no attorney’s fees unless we win compensation for you. Whether your collision happened on the I-5, I-10, 101, 405, 110, or a busy one-way street in Los Angeles, you can reach out at any time to talk about what happened and what you can do next.
What Makes Wrong-Way Crashes So Dangerous?
A wrong-way crash happens when a driver enters a freeway ramp in the wrong direction, turns onto a one-way street against traffic, or crosses a median into oncoming lanes. In these situations, people often have little or no time to react, which makes it much harder to avoid a serious collision.
When two vehicles move toward each other at speed, the impact can be similar to hitting a solid wall, so injuries are often more serious than in many other types of collisions. Many of these crashes happen at night or in low-visibility conditions on Los Angeles roads, which makes it even harder to see the wrong-way driver in time to get out of the way.
Why Choose the Law Offices Of Adrianos Facchetti for a Wrong-Way Accident Case?
Choosing a lawyer after a wrong-way crash is a big decision, and you want someone who knows these cases, the local courts, and what your recovery means to you. The Law Offices Of Adrianos Facchetti focuses on serious collisions, so you get a team that already understands the patterns, the injuries, and the tactics insurers use in these situations.
Track Record With Serious Crash and Highway Cases
Our firm has spent years handling high impact collisions, so we know how to build cases involving major injuries and complex fault questions.
- Head-on collisions
- Highway and freeway crashes
- Wrong-way or high-speed impact cases
This kind of background helps us see issues early, protect important evidence, and push for compensation that reflects how your life has changed.
Local Knowledge of Los Angeles Roads and Courts
Wrong-way crashes on Los Angeles roads often follow familiar patterns that a local lawyer can spot quickly.
- Local freeways and common danger spots in Los Angeles
- Los Angeles Superior Court and local judges
- CHP and LAPD collision investigation practices
Because we work in these courts and on these roads regularly, we understand how local procedures, reports, and traffic patterns can support your claim.
Clear Communication and Support From Start to Finish
After a serious crash, you need clear answers and a legal team that actually calls you back.
- Regular case updates in terms you can understand
- Easy access by phone, email, or online contact form
- Help dealing with insurance issues and important paperwork
We stay in touch, explain what is happening, and give you space to focus on your health while we handle the legal work.
What Are Common Causes of Wrong-Way Crashes in Los Angeles?
People often feel confused and upset when they learn a driver was coming toward them in their lane, and many want to understand how something like that could happen in the first place. These crashes usually trace back to preventable choices or conditions, not bad luck.
- Driver confusion on unfamiliar roads
- Entering the wrong freeway ramp
- Impaired driving from alcohol
- Drug impaired driving
- Distracted driving
- Fatigued or drowsy driving
- Reckless speeding
- Aggressive lane changes near exits and ramps
- Nighttime or poor visibility conditions
- Poor or missing signage
More than one cause can be involved at the same time, and a careful investigation can help show how the wrong-way driver’s choices led to the crash and why you should not be blamed for being in the wrong place at the wrong time.
What Compensation Can You Seek After a Wrong-Way Collision?
After a wrong-way crash, most people worry about how they will pay for care, keep up with everyday expenses, and make up for lost time at work. A claim is meant to cover both your immediate needs and the long term impact on your life.
Possible types of compensation can include:
- Emergency treatment, surgery, hospital stays, and follow up care
- Ongoing rehab, physical therapy, and counseling related to the crash
- Lost income while you are unable to work
- Reduced earning capacity if you cannot return to the same job or hours
- Pain, discomfort, and emotional harm caused by the collision and recovery
- Repair or replacement of your vehicle and other damaged property
- Out of pocket costs like medications, travel to appointments, and medical equipment
- Loss of enjoyment of hobbies, travel, and daily activities you can no longer do the same way
- Impact on close relationships, including loss of closeness or support with a spouse or partner
No lawyer can promise a specific dollar amount, but a careful review of your injuries, work history, and future needs can help estimate what fair compensation should look like in your situation.
What Are the Legal Strategies for a Wrong-Way Accident Case?
In a wrong-way crash case, a strong strategy usually starts with learning exactly how the driver ended up in your lane and who played a role in that mistake. That can include reconstructing the path of the vehicles, working with accident reconstruction and medical experts, and collecting records and testimony that show how the collision happened and how it affected your health.
Your legal team may also address disputed fault and comparative negligence claims, challenge efforts by the insurance company to blame you or downplay your injuries, and prepare your case as if it could go to trial if a settlement offer is not fair. Careful preparation and a clear story about what happened often put you in a better position to negotiate a stronger result.
What To Do After a Wrong-Way Crash in Los Angeles
Right after a wrong-way crash, most people feel shaken and unsure what to do first, so it helps to have a simple checklist to protect your health and your rights. These steps can make it easier to sort things out later when you are ready to focus on your claim.
- Get medical care as soon as you can, even if you feel “okay” at first.
- Follow the treatment plan your doctors give you and keep your appointments.
- Call 911 or report the crash to law enforcement if it has not already been reported.
- Ask how to get a copy of the traffic collision report and write down the report number.
- Take photos or videos of the scene, vehicle damage, skid marks, and any visible injuries if it is safe to do so.
- Collect names, phone numbers, and insurance details for drivers and witnesses.
- Keep your damaged vehicle and clothing in the same condition until a lawyer or expert can review them.
- Write down what you remember about the wrong-way driver, the road, and the time of day as soon as you can.
- Avoid giving recorded statements or signing quick settlement offers from insurance companies before speaking with a lawyer.
- Contact a Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyer who handles wrong-way crashes to review your options.
These steps are general information and not medical or legal advice for any one situation, so it is important to talk directly with your doctors and a qualified attorney about your specific circumstances.
How Long Do You Have To File a Wrong-Way Accident Claim in California?
In California, injury and wrongful death claims usually must be filed within a set number of years, and missing that deadline can mean losing the chance to seek compensation in court. Some claims, such as those involving a government agency, may require a written claim within a much shorter time frame, and different rules can apply to children or people who were not able to act right away.
Because laws and filing deadlines can change, and exceptions sometimes apply, it is wise to speak with a lawyer as soon as you can and check the “last updated” date on the legal information you rely on. The safest way to protect your rights is to contact the Law Offices Of Adrianos Facchetti promptly so important time limits do not pass while you are focused on your recovery.
Talk to a Los Angeles Wrong-Way Driver Accident Lawyer Today
You do not have to sort through insurance questions, deadlines, and paperwork on your own after a wrong-way crash in Los Angeles. The Law Offices Of Adrianos Facchetti offers a free consultation and works on a contingency fee basis, so you do not pay attorney’s fees unless we obtain compensation for you.
If you were hurt in a collision with a wrong-way driver, you can reach our office in Los Angeles by phone or contact us online at any time to speak with someone about your situation and the next steps.
