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Whiplash is the most common injury sustained in rear-end collisions. It occurs when the head and neck whip forward and backward in a rapid motion, causing damage to the soft tissue in the neck. Whiplash generally produces symptoms such as headaches, neck pain and stiffness, shoulder and back pain, tingling in the limbs, and fatigue....

In most cases, someone who is injured due to negligence is able to file a claim against the responsible party and recover damages. What if the person who is injured is unable to file a personal injury claim due to a severe injury or disability? If a loved one finds himself or herself in such...

A facial injury from a car accident can result in pain, expensive medical treatment and even reconstructive surgery. A study found that facial injuries are more common than any other injuries. These serious injuries require immediate medical attention and are frequently associated with injuries to internal organs or trauma to the brain. Even with the...

Spinal injuries are commonly caused by crashes, no matter how minor. It only takes a fender bender to throw off someone's neck or back. The spine is one of the most important components to the human body. It keeps us mobile and provides structural support to the torso, limbs, and head. The vertebrae (spinal bones)...

Whether you were involved in a traffic collision or other catastrophe, you likely sustained an injury. Even if you feel perfectly fine, injury symptoms may take days to manifest. There is one problem with minor injuries. Those who sustain them often don't act until it's too late. If you think you're OK after a crash,...

The brain is a very delicate and vital component of the human body. A severe blow or violent shaking of the head can result in long-term damage. This is medically known as traumatic brain injury (TBI) and is caused by damage to brain tissue. Traffic collisions are among the leading causes of TBIs. These include:...

An injury caused by someone else's negligent or reckless behavior can be life-changing. Whether you were hurt in a traffic collision, slip and fall, dog bite, or any other incident, you may be entitled to a settlement. You will need to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can help you build a strong...

You were involved in a hit-and-run or a crash with a driver who didn't carry car insurance. You may be wondering whether you can get a settlement from your crash: medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and non-economic damages. While the Division of Motor Vehicles recommends that all drivers purchase standard liability and property damage...

It can happen just about anywhere: the grocery store, at work, at school, in someone's home, or on a slick walkway. Slip and fall accidents can happen without warning and result in debilitating injuries. Anyone can be at risk of being injured in a slip and fall accident, but according to the Centers for Disease...

So you were just involved in a car accident. Maybe it was a minor crash, such as a low impact rear-end collision. Perhaps you survived a high-impact crash with nothing more than a few noticeable scrapes and bruises. No matter how "well" you feel after a crash, you should never assume that you can just...