Handling Multiple Injuries After a Car Accident
The WHO estimates that each year, around 20 to 50 million people suffer non-fatal injuries in traffic crashes, and over one million people lose their lives as a result of a traffic crash. A car accident can cause considerable losses to victims and their families. The situation is worse for people who sustain multiple injuries in a car accident. Unfortunately, any car accident can lead to multiple injuries, and sometimes, the second or third injury does not become evident until later on in life. In a severe accident, the combination of injuries can be quite extensive.
Common Co-Occurring Injuries in Car Accidents
A car accident can cause several injuries. Sometimes, a car accident results in a combination of injuries. A car accident can result in a combination of injuries, such as neck injuries, head and brain injuries, back injuries, soft tissue injuries, broken bones and fractures, and internal injuries.
Identifying and addressing all co-occurring injuries is crucial for comprehensive treatment and recovery. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to identify and treat co-occurring injuries after a car accident. Some injuries can be masked by more obvious injuries, such as broken bones, making it harder to identify without thorough medical evaluation. Other injuries, such as whiplash, do not show symptoms immediately. This delay in the onset of symptoms can delay diagnosis and treatment. Also, some injuries have overlapping symptoms, making it hard to differentiate between them. Examples of car accident injuries that can exhibit overlapping symptoms include;
- Whiplash and concussion
- Head and neck injuries
- Back injuries and muscle strains
- Chest injuries and rib fractures
Handling Multiple Injuries After a Car Accident
Handling multiple injuries after a car accident involves several crucial steps, including the following;
Seeking Prompt Medical Attention
Even if your injuries seem minor, seek prompt medical attention. Only a qualified medical professional can tell you if your injuries are minor or severe. A qualified doctor can assess you and determine if you have suffered multiple injuries. Some injuries are not easily visible, and others don’t show symptoms immediately. Ensure you follow through with medical appointments and treatments. This will ensure timely diagnosis of injuries and timely treatment.
Documenting Your Injuries
Take pictures of your visible injuries. Documenting your injuries can be important for legal purposes and insurance claims.
Keeping Records
Maintain proper records of your medical expenses. This is crucial for insurance or legal claims.
Seeking Legal Assistance
If the accident was another party’s fault, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim and recover compensation. Contact an attorney for legal help. A skilled personal injury lawyer can help protect your rights. A qualified personal injury attorney can investigate your accident, collect evidence, and determine liability. They can negotiate with insurance companies and represent you in court if settling your case outside of court proves impossible.
Contact Us for Legal Help
If you’ve suffered multiple injuries in a car accident because of another party’s fault, contact our Miami personal injury attorneys at The Pendas Law Firm. We can help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
The Pendas Law Firm also represents clients in the West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Daytona Beach, Bradenton, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Myers, Naples, Melbourne, Ocala, and Orlando areas.
Source:
who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/road-traffic-injuries
