Texas Head-On Collision Lawyer

Head-on crashes combine the momentum of both vehicles, creating a violent impact even at moderate speeds. Survivors often face months or years of treatment—and some injuries never fully heal.

Common injuries in head-on collisions include:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and concussions
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Severe neck and back injuries
• Broken bones and complex fractures
• Internal bleeding and organ damage
• Facial injuries and dental trauma
• Permanent impairment or disability

Because these injuries can be life-changing, a claim must account for current costs and future needs.

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Most head-on collisions are preventable and often occur when a driver crosses into oncoming traffic. Causes frequently include:

• Wrong-way driving (ramps, frontage roads, highways)
• Distracted driving (texting, phone use, navigation)
• Drowsy driving or falling asleep at the wheel
• Impaired driving (alcohol or drugs)
• Unsafe passing on two-lane roads
• Speeding and loss of vehicle control
• Failure to stay in a lane or drifting over the centerline

Our team investigates what caused the collision and builds the evidence needed to prove liability.

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While many head-on collisions involve a negligent driver, liability can sometimes involve additional parties depending on the facts, including:

• A vehicle owner (negligent entrustment)
• An employer (if the driver was working)
• A bar or business (in limited circumstances involving overservice)
• A government entity (dangerous road design or signage issues, where applicable)
• A manufacturer (defective parts contributing to loss of control)

We look for every responsible party and every applicable insurance policy to maximize recovery.

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Insurers often try to frame head-on crashes as unavoidable—especially when the at-fault driver says they swerved, lost control, or “didn’t see” the other vehicle. But many of these collisions are caused by preventable choices, and evidence matters.

We help document and prove:

• Where vehicles were positioned at impact
• Whether the driver crossed the centerline or drove the wrong way
• Speed and braking evidence
• Impairment or distraction indicators
• Witness statements and police findings

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Depending on your injuries and losses, compensation may include:

• Medical expenses and future medical care
• Physical therapy and long-term rehabilitation
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish and emotional distress
• Property damage and out-of-pocket expenses

If a head-on crash results in a fatality, surviving family members may be able to pursue a claim under Texas wrongful death law.

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If you were involved in a head-on crash:

1. Get medical care immediately (even if symptoms seem minor)
2. Call 911 and request a police report
3.  Take photos of the scene and vehicle damage if possible
4.  Get contact information for witnesses
5. Avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies before speaking with a lawyer

Head-on collisions often involve disputed facts. Early legal guidance can protect you and preserve critical evidence.

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When you hire Wayne Wright LLP, we handle your case from start to finish:

• Investigate the crash and preserve evidence
• Identify fault and insurance coverage
• Document injuries and long-term damages
• Negotiate aggressively with insurers
• Prepare for trial if a fair settlement is not offered

We work on a contingency fee basis—no upfront fees and no fee unless we recover compensation.

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If you or a loved one was injured in a head-on collision in Texas, contact Wayne Wright LLP for a free consultation.

Call the office nearest you:
• San Antonio: (210) 888-0078
• Austin: (512) 402-3795
• Corpus Christi: (361) 733-2791
• El Paso: (915) 223-5960

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