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Common Car Accident Injuries

Every year, over half of our nation’s 6 million car accidents will result in some kind of injury, many of them permanent.  Each auto accident is different and so are the types of injuries. Here are just some of the most common types of car accident injuries we encounter in our Los Angeles auto accident law practice. If you or a loved one suffered an auto accident injury like the ones listed here, speak to an attorney about your legal rights.

 

Head and Brain injuries

 

Head and traumatic brain injuries are among the most serious conditions auto accident victims may face. These types of injuries can range from mild to serious. Even less severe head injuries like concussions may produce long term symptoms. Serious brain injuries like contusions and axonal brain damage may require lifelong care.

 

Back and Neck Car Crash Injuries

 

Back and neck injuries are very common injuries associated with car crashes. The violent forces involved with auto accidents, even at low speeds, are enough to leave lingering pain and severely affect mobility. Neck sprains, whiplash, pinched nerves, and slipped disks are just some of the debilitating injuries accident victims may be forced to deal with.

 

Chest injuries

 

Broken and bruised ribs, internal organ damage, and contusions are the most common chest injuries car crash victims may encounter. Even with safety measures like airbags and seatbelts, blunt force from an auto accident may cause serious damage to drivers and passengers.

 

Abdominal and pelvic injuries

 

Injuries to the liver, spleen, and kidney are all characteristic of abdominal injuries suffered in car accidents. Hip fractures are another all too common injury suffered by auto accident injury victims. The severity of abdominal and pelvic injuries depends on many factors including seat belt placement, dimensions of the passenger, and the point of impact during a crash.

 

Leg, knee, and foot injuries

 

During a car accident, passengers may injure their legs, knees, and feet by colliding with the dashboard or seats inside the vehicle. Bone fractures and damaged ligaments can severely hamper the victim’s mobility and may require extensive physical therapy and recover time.

 

Contact attorneys in the area for assistance with your case

 

While some insurance companies may try to pay you as little as possible for your damages, a skilled attorney will seek to maximize the compensation you may receive. The law gives you remedy to recover for your hospital bills, lost wages, pain and suffering and other damages. If you have questions about your auto accident, contact a Los Angeles attorney for immediate legal assistance.

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