Whiplash can result in a dizzying array of expenses and painful symptoms. For help with your recovery, give a lawyer a call.
A tailgating vehicle recently slammed into the back of your car. Luckily, you had no broken bones or visible signs of serious damage. However, ever since the crash, you have been suffering from debilitating neck pain that severely impacts your ability to complete daily activities. You might have whiplash.
Whiplash is the commonly used term for the violent motion your head and neck make when your car accelerates and then suddenly stops. Whiplash commonly occurs during rear-end collisions and has the greatest impact on children, who have underdeveloped neck structures.
It can occur even during low-speed crashes—in fact, many incidences of whiplash occur in crashes involving speeds as low as five to ten miles per hour.
While most victims of whiplash who seek treatment will make a full recovery, many severely underestimate the effects of the condition and fail to seek proper care. If you have been injured in a collision and are dealing with the effects of whiplash, a Detroit whiplash lawyer with Christensen Law can help you file a successful claim for compensation.
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Warning Signs of Whiplash
If you believe you’ve experienced whiplash as the result of a crash, you could be dealing with any of several possible symptoms, including the following:
- Throbbing, persistent headache
- Ringing in the ear
- Severe neck pain
- Difficulty sleeping
- Restricted neck movements
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
While you may be tempted to gloss over these symptoms and try to move on with your life, seeking treatment is critical; failure to do so may result in complications like long-term pain or permanent damage to the upper spine. Also, neglecting to seek immediate medical treatment might negatively affect the compensation you’re eligible to receive because you won’t have medical documentation of your injuries.
Once you’ve consulted a doctor, a car accident lawyer can help you navigate the legal aftermath of your accident as you seek compensation.
Weighing a Whiplash Claim
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you will have to seek compensation for immediate medical bills and lost wages through your own insurance in most cases. That’s because Michigan is a no-fault insurance state. However, if your whiplash is considered serious, you might be able to make an additional claim against the at-fault driver.
A knowledgeable attorney will fight to get you compensation for all of the damages you’ve suffered as a result of your whiplash, such as:
- All medical expenses
- Lost wages and inability to work
- Pain and suffering
- Reduced quality of life
You may not feel the full effects of whiplash until a week or so after a crash. If you’re experiencing pain or limited mobility due to whiplash, it’s important to seek legal help as soon as possible so you can give a full, accurate recounting of your case to your attorney.
Get in Touch with an Attorney
Suffering from the effects of whiplash? There’s no need to suffer alone and without the compensation you deserve. Christensen Law can help you build your case, file your injury claim, and obtain every penny the negligent party owes you.
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