The rear end collision is the most common type of auto accident. A frequent cause of these types of accidents is driver distraction. With cell phones, radios, gps navigation units, and other types of technology being found in more and more vehicles across the country, it is easy to understand how drivers become distracted.

Rear end collisions happen most often when a driver is distracted and does not realize the car in front of him is coming to a stop. Rear end collisions are usually minor, resulting in only slight injuries; however, they can be catastrophic, especially if you were traveling at a high rate of speed.

Cars do come equipped with bumpers, which cushion the effect of the collision in rear end accidents, however, defective bumpers and speed can make their affect negligible. In today's day and age we are seeing bumper systems that are designed more to protect the vehicle than the driver and passengers, so often there can be serious injuries sustained due to a rear end collision.

If you are obeying traffic laws and traveling at a safe rate of speed, you are not guaranteed to avoid an accident. You may be injured because the driver behind you was not paying attention and collides with your vehicle. Although in this situation you are not at fault, insurance companies are always difficult to deal with, and to ensure you receive the compensation you are entitled to, it is always best to seek the advice of an experienced attorney before speaking to any insurance adjustors.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a rear end collision accident, please contact the experienced automobile accident attorneys at The Cochran Firm, operating numerous offices nationwide, today.