5 Most Common Car Accident Injuries in Florida
In the State of Florida each year, there are approximately 280,000 traffic accidents, which are responsible for over 130,000 injuries and more than 2,500 deaths. Florida ranks in the top three states for traffic accidents and injuries.
Although the state has a no-fault car insurance system, there are still plenty of personal injury lawsuits that are the result of negligent drivers causing serious injuries that result in permanent damage, scarring, extreme pain, and suffering. Such injuries, if life changing and/or long-term can be the basis for a personal injury lawsuit.
Here are the top five most common car accident injuries.
Neck Injuries
A large number of what appear to be harmless rear end accidents result in painful neck injuries such as whiplash all too often. Whiplash occurs when your vehicle is hit from behind, thrusting the vehicle and your body forward, and your head back. This violent motion puts tensions and stress on the neck structure.
If you have neck pain after an accident, and/or headaches, shoulder or low back pain, nausea, or blurred vision, then you should be checked for whiplash.
Spine and Back Damage
You can suffer from pain and become disabled by back and/or spinal injuries after a car accident, even if you were wearing a seatbelt. The most serious of these injuries involve the spinal cord. An accident that permanently damages the spinal cord can result in compromised movement, numbness, loss of balance, and chronic pain.
Neurological Trauma
Damage to the brain, which includes Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and concussion, is common in motor vehicle accidents. Symptoms include ongoing pain, memory loss, and an inability to think and reason. TBI is extremely serious and can be life threatening or result in permanent injuries. Any neurological damage can be slow to heal.
Psychological Problems
After a violent car accident that involves terrible injury and/or death, many people suffer from post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSS). The accident victim might have to deal with reoccurring dreams and flashbacks, fears and anxiety, and vacillating temperament and unpredictable mood swings. Such damage can last for the rest of a person’s life.
Disfigurement and Facial Injury
Lacerations, burns, and extreme physical trauma can result in permanent disfigurement or injuries to the face. Along with causing someone to be extremely self-conscious, such injuries can be painful, involve various surgeries, and result in the victim becoming clinically depressed. Those who must deal with such injuries can find it difficult to make the adjustments needed to once again lead a normal life.
Contact a Skilled Boca Raton Auto Accident Lawyer Today
If you have been in a car accident and suffered injury, especially the types of injuries described above, contact an experienced, knowledgeable, and successful personal injury attorney. A seasoned Boca Raton car accident lawyer will be able to evaluate your claim, advise you on possible actions you might take, and protect your rights.
