Common Injuries from Auto Accidents

Auto accidents can happen to anyone nowadays, even the most experienced drivers on Auburn's roads.  Whether accidents are caused by bad weather conditions, or neglect on the driver’s behalf, the injuries resulting from auto accidents can range from moderate to severe.

Auburn auto accident attorney, Big John Alley, represents all victims of personal injury from resulting auto accidents.

Some Common Injuries from Auto Accidents

Here are some of the most common types of injuries that are typically sustained in an auto accident:

Head and Neck Injuries

One of the most common types of these injuries is whiplash, which occurs when the victim’s head is suddenly jerked forward and then back again, from the result of a collision with another vehicle.  This injury is most common in rear-enders.

Back Injuries

This can range from moderate to severe.  Severe injuries of this type can be debilitating, and can lead to paraplegia (being paralyzed from approximately the waist down), or other types of paralysis.  Some moderate forms of this injury may require surgery to correct, as well as physical therapy.

Brain Injuries

These can be the most severe type of injury.  Some moderate cases can include losing consciousness for a short amount of time, or a concussion, which can include symptoms such as dizziness, lack of awareness, and nausea. 

However, the most severe type can lead to traumatic brain injury (TBI), resulting in permanent damage which is irreversible, and can affect things such as the victim’s personality, memory, and in some cases, basic motor skills.  Auto accidents are one of the leading causes of TBI, and are caused by an outside force, such as the victim hitting his or her head violently against the steering wheel.

Why You Will Need an Attorney

Recovering from your injury isn’t the only hardship you will have to endure.   In most cases, you will need constant medical care, prescription drugs, and/or physical therapy, all of which can be very expensive.  It’s only a matter of time before the resulting bills pile up on you, putting you deep in debt.

With today’s rising healthcare costs, you will need all the compensation you can get from your resulting injuries.  This is why following any type of auto accident resulting in personal injury; you should speak with an attorney who has experience in helping accident victims recover monetary damages from their injuries.

Insurance companies will often try to pressure you into settling for an amount they think is necessary for your recovery.  However, this amount is usually significantly much less than the settlement you will actually need.

If you or a loved one has been in an accident resulting in any type of injury in Auburn, Alabama, call Big John Alley Attorney at Law at 334-887-3600, or complete the quick contact web form.