Some drivers and passengers who are involved in auto accidents are fortunate enough to walk away without sustaining any injuries, while others’ lives can be changed completely in a fraction of a second at high speed. Auto accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, from minor cuts and bruises to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and even paralysis.
Here are some of the most common:
– Cuts and scrapes – These are very common in auto accidents and usually heal within days, while some may damage layers of the skin and require medical attention and greater lengths of time to heal. – Broken bones – Auto accidents are among the most common causes of broken bones, and while many breaks and fractures can heal properly and fully, those which are more serious may require corrective or reconstructive surgery. – Soft tissue injuries – These involve damage to a tendon, muscle, or ligament and may also involve strains or sprains in particular areas of the body. Whiplash may be classified as a soft tissue injury in some cases. – Neck injuries – These include whiplash, herniated discs, and pinched nerves (cervical radiculopathy). – Leg/knee injuries – Unfortunately, some of these injuries can be quite painful, and common knee injuries in auto accidents include dislocation, ruptured tendons, PCL/ACL swelling or tears, and hyperextension of ligaments, while common leg injuries occur at the ankle, thigh, or hip. – Back/spinal injuries – These can be severe and result in lifelong debilitations and even paralysis. Less-serious back injuries include sprains in the thoracic or lumbar spine and herniated discs, while severe spinal injuries may result in partial or total paralysis. – Brain/head injuries – These are sometimes difficult to diagnose and include both concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) of varying levels of severity. Common TBI symptoms include fatigue/drowsiness, headaches, nausea, insomnia, dizziness, mood changes, trouble concentrating, and sensory problems. – Internal organ injuries – These are often caused by blunt force trauma in an accident and include ruptured spleens, internal bleeding, pneumothorax (punctured lung due to a broken rib), and abdominal aorta aneurysms. – Psychological injuries – Not all injuries sustained in auto accidents are physical, as many victims can suffer from anxiety and even PTSD for significant lengths of time after an accident. These accident victims may be eligible for compensation for emotional distress in addition to physical injuries, medical bills, and lost wages.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. We are a Chicago-based injury law firm representing individuals (and their families) who have suffered an injury in an accident. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.