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Whiplash And Neck Injuries After A Car Accident

One of the most common injuries suffered in car accidents is whiplash. These debilitating neck or back injuries, if not properly treated, can worsen over time. Depending upon the cause of the whiplash injury, compensation may be available for the injured victim.

Victims of whiplash accidents have to prove that someone else’s negligence caused the accident and that the accident resulted in an injury. Victims would be well-advised to speak with the authorities about the accident, to exchange contact information with anyone who witnessed the crash, to seek immediate medical attention, and to contact an experienced Washington whiplash lawyer. Call Pendergast Law today at 888-539-9211 to tell us about what happened and discuss your options.

Whiplash Injury Recoveries

  • $595,000 recovery for neck and back injuries in two separate car accidents in Auburn.
  • $145,000 recovery for neck injury in Des Moines rear-end accident.
  • $145,000 recovery for neck injury in rear-end accident in Federal Way.
  • $140,000 recovery for neck injuries caused by a broadside accident in Seattle.
  • $130,000 recovery for Bellevue rear-end accident neck injury.
  • $127,000 recovery for Enumclawa rear-end accident neck injury.
  • $125,000 recovery for neck injury in Covington rear-end accident.

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What Is Whiplash?

Whiplash often involves hypertension (when the head is jerked forward) or hyperflexion (when a head is forced backward), sometimes both. This kind of sudden and unnatural movement can result in injuries to the upper torso, neck or head. The term whiplash typically refers to injuries suffered in the neck, often as a result of a car crash or other sudden impact.

Whiplash Injuries

Whiplash may result in:

Necessity Of Treatment

Many victims of whiplash accidents only feel soreness in their neck immediately after the crash. In such cases, victims may decide they do not require medical attention. This is a serious mistake. Depending on the severity of the damage to the neck and the location of the injury, the resulting injury can get progressively worse.

Nearly all whiplash victims have the ability to fully recover. Victims of whiplash injuries may be offered a soft cervical collar to limit movement of the neck because for some whiplash injuries, prolonged immobilization can help the neck heal. Once healthy enough, the injured victim may require physical therapy, chiropractic treatment, and/or massage therapy. Some experts recommend multiple rotational exercises an hour to increase mobility and strength.

What Compensation Can I Recover For Whiplash In Seattle?

Depending on the severity of an accident, a whiplash injury can damage bones, discs, muscles and tendons in the neck and upper spine. A person may also experience the spread of pain to his or her shoulders and/or arms. Medical treatment and care for whiplash doesn’t come without a price, but delaying or avoiding medical attention can cause even bigger problems.

To help accident survivors cope with the cost of medical care for their sudden injury, economic damages may be obtained in a claim or lawsuit. These damages can range from surgery expenses to hospitalization and physical therapy to medication costs. Economic damages may also include lost wages and benefits when an individual is unable to work for an extended period of time or cannot return to work at all.

Noneconomic damages, including loss of consortium, pain and suffering, and additional forms of emotional distress, may also be sought in a claim or lawsuit. These damages cannot be “fixed” with money; however, holding a negligent party liable can often bring victims closure and help them heal.

Deciding to take legal action requires a lot of thought in order to make the best choice for your particular predicament. Not every car accident results in a personal injury claim or lawsuit, but if you have a legitimate case, you may want to pursue this path as a way to secure your finances and find closure through justice. Speaking with an experienced lawyer and going over your options is the best way to make this difficult decision.

Victims of whiplash may suffer a concussion, memory loss, fractured skull, severe neck pain, debilitating back pain and future suffering.

Attorney For Whiplash Injuries In Seattle

Many people do not take this potentially debilitating injury seriously, and insurance companies often require convincing that an injury actually occurred. Experienced Seattle car accident lawyers, like those at Pendergast Law understand how to get fair compensation for clients who have suffered a whiplash injury in a car crash. If you or a loved one has suffered whiplash injuries due to another person’s negligence, please contact our law offices at 888-539-9211 to obtain more information about pursuing your legal rights.

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