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Suffering a personal injury as the result of a car accident can mean a long and painful recovery, a potential loss of income, and an accumulation of medical bills. It’s common not to feel the effects immediately after an incident, so always see a doctor after a crash. Below is a brief discussion of three of the most common types of harm people seek damages for.

Injuries Victims Endure After a Car Crash

1. Whiplash & Related Issues

Whiplash occurs at the moment of impact when a sudden and violent jolt repositions the head and neck. This is a kind of soft-tissue injury, and it is one of the most prevalent medical issues caused by car accidents. Other types of similar conditions include muscle strains, torn ligaments, and damage to tendons.

2. Cuts, Scrapes, & Other Lacerations

A laceration can be as minor as a hardly-noticeable scratch on the skin or as acute as a deep cut that produces significant blood loss. During a collision, it's not uncommon for a windshield and windows to break and objects within the vehicle to shift around forcefully, resulting in these damages. When blood loss is extreme or vital organs have been punctured in the process, these cuts can be life-threatening.

3. Head Injuries

personal injuryHead injuries are always a concern in auto accidents. They occur when the head makes blunt-force contact with another object. Concussions fall on the less-serious end of the spectrum, while traumatic brain injuries are about as serious as a personal injury can get. Any head-related issue in the aftermath of an accident should be promptly checked out by a medical professional.

 

If you've sustained a personal injury in a car or truck accident, let Bernard M. Tully Attorney at Law help you explore all the available legal options. With more than three decades of trial experience, he is the injury and auto accident attorney of choice for clients throughout Allegheny County, PA, offering quality guidance and aggressive representation. Call (412) 281-8700 or visit him online to arrange a free consultation and discuss your personal injury case.

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