May 14, 2024 | Personal injury

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated that there were slightly more than 6.1 million accidents reported throughout the country in 2021. The government agency also estimates that there are 43,000 fatal crashes reported annually throughout the year. Car accidents can have a devastating impact that affects not only the victim but also their loved ones. Below, we take a look at the different types of injuries car accident victims suffer and how an experienced car accident attorney can help in the aftermath of your accident.

Head Injuries

Head injuries are amongst the most common and also the most serious injuries that can occur in a car accident. There are several types of head injuries that can occur in a car accident:

• Concussion – this is a common traumatic brain injury. It is caused by a blog to the head. It can result in temporary loss of consciousness, headaches and confusion. Concussions can range from mild concussions to severe concussions.
• Skull fractures – this injury involves the breakage of the cranial bones. It is often accompanied by severe pain, bleeding and swelling.
• Facial lacerations – these include cuts and abrasions to the face. These injuries can result in scarring and permanent disfigurement depending on their severity.
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) – These injuries are a result of damage to brain tissue. They are often a result of sudden and forceful back and forth movement of the head or a forceful blow to the head. These injuries can result in cognitive impairment, memory loss and altered consciousness.
• Eye trauma – this involves damage to the eyes. They may include any eye injury ranging from corneal abrasions to retinal detachment. These injuries may affect vision or even result in a permanent loss of vision.

Neck Injuries

Neck injuries are quite common in car accidents. They often result from the sudden and forceful back and forth movement of the body and neck as well as from blunt-force impact. Common neck injuries that occur in car accidents include:

• Whiplash – this is a neck injury that is caused by sudden and forceful jerking of the neck. This forceful movement causes strain to the muscles, ligaments and soft tissues in the neck and shoulders.
• Cervical fracture – this involves the fracturing of the vertebrae in the neck region. This injury can result in paralysis or in severe cases, death.

Back Injuries

Back injuries are serious car accident injuries. They can have life-altering effects on the accident victim. Some common back injuries that can occur as a result of a car accident include:

• Herniated disc – this injury involves the rupture or bulging of the intervertebral discs. This causes nerve compression and can result in severe and chronic pain as well as numbness.
• Spinal cord injuries – these injuries involve damage to the spinal cord. These injuries are catastrophic. They result in loss of sensation, movement and function below the site of injury.
• Compression fractures – these injuries involve the collapse of the vertebral body due to excessive force. This leads to pain and can result in deformities.

Abdominal Injuries

Abdominal injuries vary in severity. They include:

• Internal bleeding – these injuries are severe and require immediate medical attention. They involve damage to internal organs such as the kidneys, spleen, liver and more. These injuries are often fatal if not attended to immediately.
• Organ perforation – these injuries involve penetration of organs in the abdominal cavity by sharp objects. They can result in complications such as infections and sepsis.
• Blunt trauma – impact to the abdomen can result in bruising, swelling and potential organ damage.

Arm, Hip and Leg Injuries

These injuries are often a result of blunt force impact, crushing or severing. Injuries to these parts of the body can also be the result of fires and explosions after the crash.

• Fractures and broken bones – These include fractures and broken bones in the lower legs, arms and even the pelvis. These can lead to swelling, deformity and instability.
• Sprains – these involve the stretching or tearing of the muscles or ligaments surrounding the joints. This can result in pain and instability.
• Amputation – this involves the severing of a part of the body. It may include severing of part or the whole of a limb or a digit.

Contact High & Younes LLC for Help from Experienced Car Accident Attorneys

Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming.  This is especially the case when dealing with personal injuries. Insurance companies often do all that they can to avoid losses. The experienced car accident attorneys at High & Younes LLC will fight to protect your rights and ensure you are justly compensated for all the damages you have suffered. Contact our law firm at 402-933-3345 to schedule free consultation with an experienced attorney and start the process of pursuing the financial resources you need.

Personal Injury from a Car Accident