Cleveland Car Accident Lawyers

Types of car accidents we handle in Cleveland

At Crandall & Pera Law, LLC, we handle accidents that occur in downtown traffic, on high-speed interstates, and everywhere in between. The types of cases we typically handle include:

Head-on collisions

When two cars traveling in opposite directions collide front-to-front, you have a head-on collision. If roads don’t have dividers or are poorly marked, head-on collisions can occur. On narrow streets, such as in areas like Tremont and Ohio City, or on rural roads, head-on accidents may be more likely.

Rear-end collisions

When a forward-moving vehicle crashes into the back of another vehicle, you have a rear-end collision. In traffic, when cars are constantly stopping and going, rear-end collisions may be more likely. This is especially the case during rush hour, and on roads such as I-90, I-77, and I-71.

Hit-and-run accident

Hit-and-run accidents occur when one driver hits a vehicle and drives away without stopping. Sometimes, a driver flees after a late-night crash. Other times, they disappear into traffic on a busy highway. Either way, locating them requires an investigation, which a car accident attorney can help with.

Drunk driving accidents

In Ohio, the legal limit for drivers 21 and older is 0.08%. For commercial drivers, the limit is 0.04%, and for drivers under 21, it’s 0.02%. Drunk driving often occurs at night in or near entertainment districts, downtown, or in Tremont or Ohio City, where bars and nightclubs are more concentrated.

Intersection accidents

Intersections along Euclid Avenue, Carnegie Avenue, and Chester Avenue, as well as in busy areas like University Circle and downtown Cleveland, are congested with cars and pedestrians. Congestion can increase the likelihood of an accident at an intersection.

T-bone collisions

Side-impact accidents, like T-bone collisions, can happen when the front of one vehicle hits the side of another vehicle. T-bone accidents can result in serious injuries.

Rollover accidents

Rollovers involve a vehicle flipping onto its roof or side. They are more common in SUVs, trucks, and other top-heavy vehicles and can result from sudden maneuvers or collisions.

Single-vehicle accidents

There are times when an accident occurs, and there is only one vehicle involved. Single-vehicle accidents can be a result of losing control of a car, hitting a stationary object (like a tree or utility pole), or running off the road.

Multi-vehicle pileups

Sometimes, more than two cars are involved in an accident. Multi-car pileups are more likely to occur due to poor visibility, bad weather, or when an initial accident triggers a chain reaction.

Sideswipes

When the sides of two vehicles come into contact while moving in the same or opposite directions, a sideswipe collision can occur. These are more common during lane changes or merging.

Run-off-road accidents

Sometimes, a vehicle can veer off the road and crash into a ditch, barrier, or another obstacle. Run-off-the-road accidents can be caused by distracted driving, drowsiness, or icy road conditions.

Collisions with pedestrians and bicyclists

Accidents involving pedestrians or cyclists can occur at intersections, crosswalks, or along roadways. They are often the result of failure to yield the right of way or distracted driving.

Parking lot accidents

Cars don’t often drive fast in parking lots or garages, but that doesn’t mean accidents can’t happen. Parking lot accidents can happen when someone backs out of a parking space without checking their blind spot or fails to yield while navigating the parking area.