Whiplash & Neck Injuries From Car Accidents

Don’t let an insurance company try to downplay the severity of your injury

Whiplash and other types of neck injuries are common in car accidents, especially rear-end accidents. These injuries are often painful and result in reduced mobility. They can also impact your ability to work or participate in your usual activities. Unfortunately, recovering financial compensation for these injuries can be an uphill battle. You need an experienced whiplash injury lawyer to fight for you.

The whiplash attorneys at Feingold Posner Draizin can guide you through the legal process every step of the way. We help the injured in Plantation, Broward County, and throughout Florida get justice. We are committed to helping you get fair compensation to recover from your injuries and move forward.

Understanding whiplash and neck injuries

Car accidents can cause various types of neck injuries, ranging from mild to severe. Some of the most common include:

Whiplash – This occurs when the head is suddenly jerked back and forth beyond its normal limits, injuring muscles and ligaments. Symptoms of whiplash may include neck pain and stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and fatigue. While some people recover from whiplash in a few weeks, others may experience chronic neck pain and other long-lasting complications.
Cervical radiculopathy – A nerve root in the cervical spine (neck) becomes inflamed or damaged, often due to the compression or irritation stemming from the impact of a crash. Symptoms can include pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the neck, shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers.
Cervical fracture – Also called a broken neck, a cervical fracture involves a break in one or more of the cervical vertebrae in the neck. This serious injury can occur in high-impact car accidents where the force exerted on the neck is severe. Symptoms of a cervical fracture can include extreme pain, swelling, tenderness at the site of the fracture, and, in severe cases, paralysis or loss of sensation in different body parts.

Medical assessment immediately following an accident is crucial for a proper diagnosis and effective treatment plan, especially since symptoms of some neck injuries may take time to appear. Always get medical attention if you’ve been in a car accident.

Medical expenses for treating whiplash and neck injuries can add up fast.

You may need to be taken to a hospital for examination, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. This can involve:

Ambulance services to transport you to the emergency room.
A physical examination by medical professionals.
Imaging tests, such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans.
Surgery (to repair a cervical fracture, for example).
Hospitalization (if surgery is needed).
Medication, such as anti-inflammatory drugs, pain relievers, and muscle relaxants.
Physical therapy to help restore range of motion and strengthen neck muscles.
Follow-up appointments with doctors to monitor your improvement.

Recovery from a neck injury can take months or even longer. In some cases, victims are left with a permanent disability.

If a negligent driver caused your whiplash, you deserve compensation

The driver may have been speeding or texting behind the wheel. Aggressive drivers can cause crashes, as well as drivers who are fatigued. A driver may have been under the influence of alcohol or drugs. But holding the driver accountable can be complicated. They may simply deny doing anything wrong and refuse to accept responsibility.

Insurance companies can also be a problem. They handle accident claims daily, and their goal is to pay you as little as possible. They have multiple strategies and tactics that they can use to try to minimize your claim and pay you less. They have the advantage and have adjusters and attorneys trying to help them save money.

That’s why you need an experienced car accident lawyer on your side.

Let our whiplash injury lawyers deal with the insurance company

All of our attorneys used to represent insurance companies in personal injury claims. We know how far they are willing to go to limit your compensation and what it takes to get them to be fair. Our firm focuses on building strong cases that insurance companies have to take seriously.

We’ll investigate your accident to get the facts. This involves carefully reviewing the accident report and identifying and interviewing witnesses. We’ll gather evidence, such as any available video of the crash. We’ll also determine the total damages you have suffered, including current and future medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Then we’ll demand the financial compensation you deserve. Our whiplash attorneys will take an aggressive stance in negotiations with the insurance company until they agree to a settlement that meets your needs. If a fair settlement can’t be reached, we’ll be ready to fight for you in court if necessary.

Learn more about how we can help. Contact us to schedule a free consultation. We can answer your questions and discuss your legal options to help put your mind at ease.