Side-impact collisions can cause severe injuries, including head, neck, and spine injuries. These types of accidents are responsible for nearly one-third of all fatal crashes each year. Victims of side-impact collisions may be able to seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering from the at-fault driver or the auto manufacturer if they provided defective safety features. It can be more challenging for victims to exit the car without help, making it harder to escape the wreckage. Safety features like side curtain airbags and torso side airbags may provide additional protection. Victims of these types of accidents should consider contacting a Los Angeles side-impact collision lawyer to learn about their potential legal rights