A List of Common Injuries From Car Accidents.
Auto accidents can leave a victim with injuries that last for years or even the rest of their life. When an injury occurs, seeking medical attention as soon as possible will be crucial in preventing additional health problems and future complications.
At Lem Garcia Law, our car accident lawyers understand how devastating sustaining a serious injury can be, which is why they’re here to support and protect survivors by providing them with experienced, compassionate legal advice, guidance, and support, helping them on their path to the financial recovery they deserve.
What Are the Most Common Injuries From Auto Accidents?
Car accident injuries can range from mild soft tissue damage to life-changing injuries such as traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord damage.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
Motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries, also known as TBIs, which can occur when the brain sustains damage by a piercing injury or a blow to the head.
Spinal Cord Injuries
The impact of an auto accident and the torque on the body can result in spinal cord damage. Spinal cord damage can result in total or partial paralysis below the level of the injury.
Back Injuries
The spine and human body aren’t designed to sustain heavy impact, and back injuries are among the most common types of auto accident injuries. A back injury may not show signs or symptoms for several days following a car crash. Unfortunately, a back injury can require extensive ongoing medical treatment for several months or years.
Burns
If a car catches fire after an accident, or if the occupant of a vehicle’s skin comes into contact with chemicals, steam, hot surfaces, or fluids, the occupant can sustain burns. Severe burns can require multiple surgeries and skin grafts.
Internal Injuries
When an auto accident forces the body into an object, or the body is struck by flying debris, damage can occur to the internal organs. Internal bleeding or internal organ damage from this type of injury will require emergency medical attention.
Broken Bones and Fractures
Wrists, ankles, arms, ribs, and legs are common auto accident injuries. These injuries can range from simple breaks to compound fractures that will require surgery.
Facial Injuries
A facial injury in an auto accident can be caused by impact on the side window, airbag, windshield, dashboard, steering wheel, or broken glass. Serious facial injuries can require multiple surgeries and can leave the accident victim with lasting scars.
Loss Of Limb
Appendages and limbs can be severed in an accident or damaged so severely that they require surgical amputation. These types of injuries can require ongoing and costly medical treatment for the rest of the accident victim’s life.
Neck Injuries
Whiplash involves tendon, ligament, or muscle injuries such as neck pain after an injury to the neck’s soft tissue, which can occur in an auto accident. Even speeds as low as ten miles per hour can result in whiplash. Cervical dislocation or a disc injury can also result from a car crash.
Shoulder Injuries
A shoulder injury can occur due to force absorption after bracing the hands against the dashboard or steering wheel in a car accident.
Knee Injuries
A knee can be injured in an auto accident if the knee smashes into any part of the vehicle. A knee injury can range from soft tissue damage to multiple fractures.
Hand and Wrist Injuries
A broken wrist in an auto accident is very common. Depending on the severity of the fracture, this type of injury can require surgery.
Soft Tissue Damage
Flying objects, broken glass, or other sharp objects can result in cuts and bruises, which are caused by the impact of the body against an object.
Crush Injuries
A part of the body that gets caught between two objects being pushed together under pressure can result in a crush injury.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Not all auto accident injuries are physical. An accident victim can suffer from emotional and mental injuries caused by the trauma of a car crash. This type of disorder can require ongoing therapy and prescription medication.
How Can a Car Crash Lawyer Help?
If you were injured in an auto accident, a car accident lawyer at Lem Garcia Law can help you fight for maximum compensation. They will investigate your accident, gather evidence, learn more about your injuries and prognosis, and may consult with experts to accurately calculate your damages. When you hire a car crash lawyer at Lem Garcia Law, you can feel confident that your case is in the very best of hands.
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If you were injured in an auto accident that was caused by a negligent driver, a car accident lawyer at Lem Garcia Law can help. Contact us today to schedule a free case review to learn more about your legal options and rights and how an experienced car accident lawyer on our legal team can help you fight for the compensation you deserve.