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January 19, 2021
Even though they seem common, rear-end collisions can result in serious injuries. There are common injuries that accident victims can suffer in this type of accident, and anyone injured should speak with a Las Vegas car accident lawyer.
Rear-end collisions represent 7.2% of the total fatal car crashes in the U.S. each year. In 2018, NHTSA estimated that there were 2.175 million rear-end crashes. Nearly one out of every three crashes were rear-end collisions.
These accidents are dangerous for both drivers. Obviously, the driver whose car makes a frontal impact is clearly at risk. The driver who is rear-ended can also suffer serious injuries. Below are some of the most common injuries in rear-end crashes. You should discuss your specific crash with a Las Vegas car accident lawyer.
Many people do not realize the potential severity of whiplash injuries. Here, the driver’s head and neck snap forward violently as a result of the impact. There is no chance beforehand to prepare for the accident. The sudden movement can cause tissue damage and some of the following symptoms:
The effects of whiplash can last for years and can require extensive medical treatment. By no means is this a minor injury, even though it seems common.
Rear-end collisions can result in spinal compression and extreme pressure on the vertebrae. This can cause lifelong back injuries. Most often, rear-end accident victims will suffer bulging and herniated disks. Accident victims can injure their facet joints, causing significant back and neck pain. In more serious cases, they can experience temporary or permanent paralysis.
In rear-end collisions, there is a strong chance that your body could suffer an impact with some part of your car. Even though the airbag seems safe, when it deploys, it could break ribs. The force of a rear-end collision could cause arms or legs to violently hit a door or steering wheel, putting you at risk of breaking a bone. Even if your limbs remain intact, you could suffer a cartilage injury.
In a rear-end collision, the force can cause the glass to break or the victim’s face to hit the dashboard or steering wheel. Broken glass can cause deep cuts and possible disfigurement. Facial injuries can also knock out teeth and damage your jawbone. Some of these injuries can cause permanent scarring and damage and result in expensive medical bills.
The impact of a rear-end collision can result in a traumatic brain injury. Even if the accident does not cause any impact with the skull, the victim can still suffer a brain injury from whiplash. Injuries can range from concussions to permanent brain injuries from the impact. Accident victims need to be vigilant about getting medical treatment at the slightest possible sign of a brain injury.
All the above injuries can result in financial compensation when you hire a Las Vegas car accident lawyer to help you file a claim. Call the attorneys at Breeden Malpractice & Injury Law at (702) 819-7770 or contact us online to schedule your free initial consultation.
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