Common Injuries in an Antelope Traffic Accident
Most people don’t think a lot about being involved in a traffic accident until they are injured in one, and the same is probably true for residents of Antelope. Following a car accident, those who were involved can be pumped full of adrenalin, which can mask injury symptoms, while other injuries are obvious. Because there is so much going on after an accident, having an experienced lawyer on your side is important, especially if you or a loved one has been injured. A lawyer will assure that your rights are protected and can help you claim fair compensation.
Even minor injuries can result in high medical bills as well as lost wages and the pain and suffering that accompanies the collision. If another person or entity was the cause of that traffic accident, they or their insurance company should be paying for the damages, not the injured person. A personal injury lawyer with experience in handling car accidents can help a client do just that.
Why an Injured Person Files for Compensation
Accident injuries are not always obvious. This occurs commonly with cervical (neck) strain and sprain, where symptoms often do not appear for 72 hours. The fact that the symptoms are delayed is misleading on many occasions. Even what appears to be a minor fender-bender on the surface can result in surprising injuries. When vehicles are traveling at higher speeds such as along Interstate 80 in Antelope, injuries can be much more serious. Some of the types of accidents that can occur and the injuries that a driver or passenger can suffer are covered below.
Rear-End Collisions
According to the National Transportation Safety Board, between 2012 and 2014, nearly half of traffic collisions were rear-end crashes. Rear-end collisions commonly occur at intersections but can also happen along streets and freeways. They are often caused by a sudden slowdown in traffic or a negligent driver. Injuries can include cervical strain or sprain (whiplash), damage to the collarbone, or pelvic area because of the seat restraint and head injuries caused by the airbag or lack of a seatbelt.
Frontal Impact Crashes
These are among the most dangerous types of accidents and carry a high rate of serious injuries and fatalities. Because of the impact, traumatic brain injuries are common, as well as trauma to the neck and broken bones.
T-Bone Accidents
Although some newer vehicles have airbags installed on the sides, many still do not. This means that protection to a driver or passenger is limited if the vehicle is struck on the side. Back and head injuries are common. The neck can experience a cervical sprain, and the back can be broken or sustain a fractured or herniated disc as well as pinched nerves or sprains. Traumatic brain injuries can be caused by door crush, flying debris, the airbag, or the door itself.
Investigation of an Accident
Investigating an accident to find evidence against the at-fault party builds a strong case for a client. Our investigators go to work right away by visiting the accident site to gather that evidence and begin by talking to the witnesses and check the police report for any mistakes. Traffic surveillance cameras are strong evidence if they caught the traffic accident on tape. Accident reconstruction is also performed because it is widely used by insurance companies and in court to show how the collision happened. When the evidence is compiled, our lawyers work hard to build a case in favor of our client, which is used when negotiating a settlement with the insurance company or in preparing a court case.
Antelope Car Accident Lawyer
I’m Ed Smith, an Antelope car accident lawyer. When you’ve been injured in a car accident, you need the help an experienced personal injury lawyer can provide to obtain the compensation you deserve. Please give me a call for my free and friendly advice at (916) 921-6400 or (800) 404-5400 long-distance. You can also message me online.
Since 1982, I’ve helped the injured residents of Antelope in obtaining fair compensation for traffic collisions as well as cases involving wrongful deaths and traumas such as spinal cord and brain injuries.
The National Association of Distinguished Counsel and Million Dollar Advocates are groups I am especially proud to belong to.
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