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Common Car Accident Injuries
Car accidents are unfortunate and often devastating ordeals. If you have been in a car accident, you could suffer injuries to practically any part of your body.
At the law firm of Virginia auto accident attorneys at Kalfus & Nachman we know how difficult it is to deal with the aftermath of a car accident. With personal service and exceptional legal representation, we will be with you every step of the claims process to get you the money you deserve for your injuries.
The most common injuries resulting from a car accident include:
Injuries to Your Brain
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when extreme force traumatizes your brain. It is most often caused by a direct blow to the head, and is more common in side-impact collisions than in rear-end accidents. About 2 million Americans suffer from brain injuries every year. TBIs can be tricky to diagnose, as some symptoms do not become apparent until weeks, or even months after the accident.
Signs you may have suffered a TBI include:
- Headaches and dizziness
- Lack of concentration
- Memory loss
- Depression or anxiety
Injuries to Your Spinal Cord
Another common injury resulting from a car accident is damage to your spinal cord. If your spinal cord becomes torn or bruised, this can prohibit messages from flowing through your damaged area. Therefore, the functions of your body located above the point of injury will typically function normally, but the areas below the area of injury are often compromised.
Internal Injuries
Internal injuries are also a tragic consequence of motor vehicle accidents. You can suffer damage to any internal organ, from your lungs and heart to your kidneys and spleen. Broken ribs are also a common result from the impact of car accidents. Broken ribs are especially dangerous because they can puncture an organ and cause internal bleeding.
Injuries to your Extremities
Fractures in your upper and lower limbs are also incredibly common. You may suffer damage to your upper extremities including your arms, shoulders and collar bone. Damage to your lower limbs may affect your pelvis, legs and feet. Lacerations to your extremities, along with severe road rash from the pavement may also occur.
If you have suffered an injury resulting from a car accident and you live in the Norfolk, Hampton, Newport News, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach or Roanoke, Virginia area, please contact the Virginia car accident lawyers at Kalfus & Nachman to schedule your complimentary consultation.