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Injuries caused by car accidents and similar events can lead to lingering complications. From medical bills to missed wages, such issues can leave victims facing financial hardships. Moreover, you may also struggle with the lasting physical effects of the injury. If you’re dealing with whiplash from a motor vehicle accident, you could be eligible for an injury settlement. Here’s what you should know.

What Is Whiplash?

Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a rapid and abrupt back-and-forth motion. It’s commonly seen in car accidents in which the driver was hit from behind. Whiplash can also result from falls, injuries sustained during contact sports, and physical abuse.

The effects of whiplash, including soft tissue injury, don’t always manifest immediately after the accident. Soreness, limited mobility, and other symptoms may improve over time with rest and treatments such as physical therapy.

injury settlementIn other cases, however, the effects of the injury may persist. For example, injuries to the intervertebral discs could cause nerve damage, which may lead to numbness, tingling, and discomfort. These symptoms may even extend to the shoulders and arms.

People involved in accidents should also watch for sleep difficulties, blurred vision, dizziness, and tinnitus. If such symptoms persist, it’s possible compensation could be owed through an injury settlement.

How Can You Prove the Injury & File a Claim?

Acquiring hard proof of a whiplash injury is challenging. By its very nature, a whiplash injury won’t show up on X-rays or other types of scans.

Nonetheless, pursuing an injury settlement isn’t impossible. With the help of an experienced attorney, you can gather proof of financial or non-economic damages. For instance, the party responsible for the accident may need to reimburse you for the cost of care, such as physical therapy, medical devices, and pain medications.

If you’ve missed work or are experiencing emotional distress, you could be eligible for further compensation. Pursuing a claim will require you to collect medical records, total your financial obligations, and potentially get a doctor’s testimony.

 

If you’re experiencing whiplash or another accident-induced injury, contact Peck & Peck Attorneys at Law for help. Serving Hartford County, CT, this father-and-son duo shares over 35 years of experience and brings professionalism and dedication to each injury settlement case. Find out more about their practice areas online, or set up a free initial consultation by calling (860) 236-4782.

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