There are several critical components involved in a vehicle collision, particularly in the time immediately following the event. After first responders confirm the safety of those involved, what’s next? For the experts who are tasked with helping understand exactly what happened during the collision, early arrival on the scene and preservation of evidence are essential.
When they arrive, they conduct a thorough visual assessment of the scene, taking note of the positions of the vehicles and any roadway evidence, including skid marks, gouge marks, fluid trails, and debris, as well as the condition of the road surface, lighting in the area, and visibility obstructions.
To capture every detail of the accident scene, our experts take numerous photographs from a wide variety of angles, including close-up shots of vehicle damage, road markings, signage, and environmental conditions. The experts also have the capability to 3D scan the site and/or take drone images.
Using advanced tools, Rimkus consultants create complete maps and diagrams of the scene, including the exact locations of the vehicles, impact points, and relevant environmental elements.
Our experts inspect the vehicles thoroughly and document damage, mechanical failures, and the condition of safety systems like airbags and seat belts. When available, they download data from onboard event data recorders (EDRs) like airbag modules and infotainment systems.
Using specialized software, our team can reconstruct the collision and analyze vehicle movements before, during, and after the impact to determine vehicle speeds, angles, and the forces involved.
The Rimkus Transportation team includes a deep bench of consultants with pertinent expertise in fire science, injury biomechanics, human factors, mechanical systems, meteorology, and more. When necessary, these experts collaborate to provide clients with comprehensive insights into the collision.
From the accident scene to the courtroom, our Transportation team is prepared to provide objective analysis and scientifically backed conclusions to help understand collision events.
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