Injuries Common to Auto Accident Claims
Every personal injury claim follows its own unique course, but there are several kinds of injuries that are commonly associated with these important claims, including:
Spinal Cord Injury – Spinal cord injuries are often caused by a blow to the neck, back, or shoulders, and the injury can occur anywhere on the spinal cord. Even a relatively minor spinal cord injury can result in chronic pain and a decrease in one’s range of motion. If the injury leaves the cord severed, however, the result is permanent paralysis, which can upend a victim’s life in the blink of an eye.
Burns, Cuts, and Abrasions – Burns, cuts, and abrasions can all be extremely serious injuries that are slow to heal, exceptionally painful, and prone to serious infections and other secondary health concerns. When any one of these injuries occurs on or near one’s face, it can lead to permanent disfigurement.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) – TBIs affect the victim’s brain, which makes them that much more dangerous and complicated. TBIs are often caused by a blow to the head or by the violent shaking of the head on the neck. TBIs often have severe psychological consequences that tend to push one’s support system away just when it’s most needed.
Broken Bones – Broken bones are very common to personal injury claims, and they are injuries that are as slow to heal as they are painful. Complicated breaks often require surgery and ongoing medical care and attention. When a broken bone doesn’t heal correctly, the victim can face a lifetime of chronic pain and can even experience a permanent disability.
Each of these injuries comes with its own challenges that should be specifically addressed in your personal injury claim.
