Rear-end collisions are among the most common traffic accidents. While many people think “fender-bender” when they think about rear-end accidents, such accidents often involve significant impact and can lead to serious injuries like back and neck injuries. If another driver has rear-ended you, seek immediate medical attention, even if you don't think your injuries are particularly serious. Back and neck injuries can worsen with time—and can morph into serious, debilitating injuries that cause significant damages. Finally, if another driver's negligence leaves you injured, consult with an experienced Connecticut car accident attorney today. Your claim is too important to leave to chance.
Rear-End Accidents
A rear-end accident can take place virtually anywhere. You might be crawling along in a parking lot, puttering on a residential street, or hitting cruising speed on the highway—regardless of where you are, rear-end accidents can happen. Distracted drivers—especially drivers who are engaging with their smartphones—are everywhere, and distraction is a major contributor to rear-end crashes.
Back and Neck Injuries
There are two back and neck injuries that often result from rear-end accidents:
Whiplash
Whiplash is a classic rear-end collision injury that can occur when the head whips backward and forward on the neck. Whiplash can be a very serious injury that requires medical care to help alleviate the intense pain that often accompanies it and to help reduce further complications. Whiplash can cause a host of serious symptoms:
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Stiff neck
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Jaw, back, arm, and/or shoulder pain
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Dizziness
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Ringing in the ears
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Extreme fatigue
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Emotional changes, including increased anxiety or depression
If you’ve been in a rear-end collision and experienced any of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. The sooner you’re diagnosed and treated, the better your chances of a full recovery.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries occur when you suffer damage to your vertebrae, your spinal discs, or to your spinal cord. Spinal cord injuries can be extremely dangerous and are extremely unpredictable. Spinal cord injuries can even be asymptomatic—until they evolve into something more serious and difficult to treat. Because the spinal cord allows the brain to communicate with the rest of the body, spinal cord injuries are especially serious and can lead to permanent disabilities, including paralysis below the site of the injury. Because spinal cord injuries can be silent, it’s important to seek medical care after any rear-end collision. Early diagnosis of spinal cord injuries is critical to effective treatment and recovery.
If Another Driver Has Left You Injured in a Rear-end Collision, Contact an Experienced Connecticut Car Accident Attorney Today
Rear-end accidents are common, and they can lead to significant damages. If another driver’s negligence has left you injured, you need experienced legal counsel. The legal team at Leighton, Katz & Drapeau has been serving Connecticut since 1989, and our skilled car accident lawyers have the knowledge and commitment to aggressively advocate for the compensation to which you’re entitled. We’re here to help, so please contact or call us at 860-875-7000 today.
