In the moments following a serious motor vehicle collision or accident, a number of things happen simultaneously. The driver may lose control of the vehicle, passengers may be thrown out if they’re not wearing seat-belts, airbags may deploy in a faulty manner, some passengers may crash against the hard insides of the car body, people may suffer lacerations and serious head injuries, there may be broken/fractured bones, bruises, burns and impact injuries. In catastrophic crashes, deaths may occur.
One of the most common injuries that results from motor vehicle accidents is the “whiplash injury.” They are typically seen in rear-end collisions where the vehicle in which the victim is traveling is hit from behind or “rear-ended” by another vehicle. Till very recently, whiplash injuries were not very well documented or understood even among the medical fraternity. However, with advanced medical diagnosis and treatment, patients have been able to get relief from these symptoms and ensure that the condition does not deteriorate and degenerate into something even more serious.
Whiplash injury occurs when there is an abrupt, severe and uncontrolled movement of the head which leads to tearing of ligaments, soft tissue and muscles in the neck region. The symptoms of whiplash may not be apparent in the immediate aftermath of the crash, but they begin to manifest within a few days/weeks. However, in nearly 10-40% of victims, the symptoms persist for months or years, and could even get worse with time if left untreated.
If you or a loved one suffers whiplash injury as a result of an accident, apart from statutory benefits, our Bobcaygeon personal injury lawyers can help you file a case for damages against those responsible for the accident, especially when it’s a rear-end collision. Since whiplash injury is challenging to diagnose, insurers may contest your claims. Our Bobcaygeon car accident attorneys and our no win no fee lawyers work with a professional team to safeguard your rights and get you the maximum possible compensation.
If you, your family or a friend has been injured in an accident, please feel free to speak to one of our injury lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist in making a personal injury claim. We consult in all cities across Ontario with a no win no fee guarantee. Our personal injury lawyers have helped victims secure millions of dollars in personal injury cases. Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333.
