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What Is Whiplash? Types of Neck Injuries What Causes Neck Injuries? Can I Sue for My Neck Injury? Compensation for Neck Injuries & Whiplash How Can a Dallas Whiplash Injury Lawyer Help? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Is Whiplash?
Whiplash is a neck injury that occurs when your head moves backward and forward very quickly, usually as a result of a forceful impact. This whip-like movement of your head and neck tears and stretches the tendons and muscles in your neck.
The severity of whiplash can vary widely. For some, the symptoms of whiplash disappear after a few weeks. For others, this neck injury can lead to chronic whiplash pain that can sometimes be debilitating.
How Do I Know If I Have Whiplash?
If you have been in an accident, look for the following common symptoms of whiplash:
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- Stiffness and pain in your neck
- Headaches
- Difficulty moving your neck
- Pain that gets worse when you move your neck
- Pain in the upper back, arms, and shoulders
- Dizziness
Some less common symptoms of whiplash to watch for include ringing in the ears, blurry vision, trouble concentrating, and sleep problems.
For many whiplash victims, the effects of their neck injury do not show themselves until days after the initial accident. With their whiplash symptoms delayed, how are these accident victims to know whether their new pains are related to their accident or something else entirely?
If you think you might have whiplash after an auto accident or other high-impact incident, seek immediate medical care. A doctor can tell you how severe your injury is and check for other injuries that could cause immediate threats to your health, such as concussions. Also, seeing a doctor will create a medical record of your neck injury that can be used to support your case if you later seek to recover whiplash injury compensation from the person who caused your accident.
Learn how compensation for whiplash works.
Types of Neck Injuries
Whiplash is not the only kind of neck injury you can get from a car accident or similar impact. The following are some other common types of neck injuries:
- Vertebral fractures
- Sprains and strains
- Pinched nerves
- Repetitive-use injuries
- Damage to the spinal cord
No matter what kind of neck injury you have suffered, a Dallas whiplash attorney from The Law Giant can help you seek compensation through a whiplash settlement if someone else was at fault.
Whiplash and Neck Injury Statistics
More than 1 million Americans suffer whiplash each year, according to Harvard Medical School. Of those, around 50 percent recover within a year. The other 50 percent of whiplash injury victims have neck pain for more than a year after the accident.
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Unfortunately, many victims suffer the long-term effects of whiplash. Roughly 10 percent find themselves with chronic pain that leaves them unable to lead their normal lives.
As many as 45 percent of individuals with chronic neck pain say their pain is the result of a motor vehicle accident, according to a study published in Pain Research and Management.
Neck injuries are serious, but they are also extremely common. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), head and neck injuries may account for as many as 17 percent of all injuries that lead to hospitalizations.
What Causes Neck Injuries?
Almost any impact to your head or body can cause a neck injury if it is forceful enough, but there are some common types of accidents that tend to pop up in neck injury and whiplash claims over and over again:
- Car accidents. Whiplash from auto accidents is shockingly common. Rear-end accidents often cause whiplash and neck pain for victims because of the sudden back-and-forth movement of your head and neck at the time of the impact.
- Slip-and-fall accidents. Slipping and falling can cause surprisingly serious neck injuries. If you fall on a spill or other slippery surface and the impact causes a blow to your head and neck, you could easily suffer whiplash or another neck injury.
- Workplace accidents. Workplaces like factories and construction sites present many dangers that could lead to neck injuries. Equipment malfunctions, falls from ladders or other heights, work vehicle collisions, and other risk factors can cause serious neck injuries.
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Unfortunately, one of the most common causes of whiplash is the negligence of other people. A distracted or drunk driver, for example, would be considered at fault for a whiplash car accident. And that means that person can be held accountable in a whiplash lawsuit. Reach out to the neck injury lawyers at The Law Giant for help determining who is at fault for your neck injury.
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Can I Sue for My Neck Injury?
Suing for a neck injury in a car accident may be the only way to recover the compensation you deserve. After all, the at-fault driver and their insurance company are not likely to offer a fair settlement without some legal pressure being placed on them.
But to sue for car accident injuries, you must be able to show that someone else was negligent and that their negligence harmed you. For example, if a drunk driver rear-ended you and caused you to suffer whiplash, you must be able to demonstrate that the other driver was, in fact, intoxicated.
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To do that, you have to gather the right evidence and clearly show that you have suffered harm that warrants compensation. A car accident attorney with The Law Giant can help you do just that.
The following are some situations that might mean you can sue for whiplash:
- The other driver was drunk, distracted, or drowsy at the time of the accident.
- A property owner failed to clear a safety hazard that caused you to fall and injure your neck.
- An auto manufacturer allowed a faulty vehicle or vehicle part to enter the market, and that item caused your neck injury car accident.
These are only a few of the possible situations that could lead to a Texas whiplash lawsuit. For guidance on your unique case, reach out to The Law Giant by calling (956) 982-1800 today.
A Dallas neck-injury lawsuit is generally filed in the Dallas County civil courts in downtown Dallas, and The Law Giant has handled injury claims in those courts for years — we know how they move and how the insurers on the other side operate.
Compensation for Neck Injuries & Whiplash
The neck injury lawyers at The Law Giant know how difficult life can be after an injury like whiplash. Simple daily tasks suddenly become daunting or even impossible, and you face serious financial harm because you are unable to work while you recover.
All neck injuries are serious, and all neck injuries that are someone else’s fault can warrant a lawsuit that seeks compensation for the victim. If you decide to file a neck injury claim against the person who caused your neck injury, you may be able to recover compensation for the following:
- Medical bills
- Property damage
- Lost wages
- Reduced ability to earn money in the future
- Pain and suffering
- Reduced quality of life
- Physical limitations from the injury
- Scarring or disfigurement
How Can a Dallas Whiplash Injury Lawyer Help?
Working with a top whiplash attorney means you are less likely to be taken advantage of by a greedy insurance company or an at-fault driver who is trying to dodge the blame for what they did to you.
The experienced attorneys with The Law Giant know how insurers try to minimize neck injury claims, and they know how to fight back and win. But doing so requires tireless legal representation that is never afraid to stand up for the truth and fight for what injury victims deserve.
With years of experience and in-depth legal knowledge, a qualified whiplash injury attorney can build a rock-solid injury claim that accounts for every dollar you deserve for your neck injury. And you can focus on feeling better and rest easy knowing you have a tried and true legal ally who will not give up until you get the compensation you deserve.
Our Dallas team knows Dallas County’s courts and the local insurance adjusters, and we’ve recovered over $850 Million for injury victims — see our case results. You pay nothing unless we win.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Dallas Whiplash & Neck Injuries
What are the symptoms of whiplash?
Symptoms include neck pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and limited range of motion, which may appear hours or days after the accident.
What if the insurance company says my whiplash injury isn’t serious?
Insurers routinely argue that whiplash is minor or pre-existing. Consistent medical records, a doctor’s assessment of your limitations, and documentation of how the injury affects your work and daily life are what counter that. Our attorneys build that record and push back on lowball evaluations.
Do I need a lawyer for a whiplash claim?
You are not required to hire one, but whiplash claims are among the most disputed because the injury does not show on a standard X-ray. An attorney gathers the medical evidence, values the long-term effects, and handles the insurer so you are not pressured into an early, low settlement.
What if my whiplash symptoms appear after the accident?
It’s common for whiplash symptoms to appear later. Seek medical attention immediately, and consult a lawyer about your claim.
How long do I have to file a whiplash injury claim in Texas?
In Texas, you typically have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. Learn more about how long you have to file a claim in Texas.
How much compensation can I get for a whiplash injury?
The amount depends on the severity of the injury, medical costs, lost wages, and the long-term impact on your life.
Who is a good personal injury lawyer in Dallas after a car crash?
The Law Giant is a trusted choice for Dallas accident victims, including people dealing with whiplash and other neck injuries. We’ve recovered over $850 Million for injured Texans and work on a contingency fee — you pay nothing unless we win. Call (956) 982-1800 for a free consultation.
How much does it cost to hire a Dallas injury lawyer?
Nothing up front. The Law Giant works on a contingency-fee basis, so you pay no attorney fees unless we win your case, and the consultation is always free. Call 469-759-1323 to have your claim reviewed at no risk.
What should I do if an insurance adjuster offers me a settlement?
Do not accept it before you know the full extent of your injuries. Early offers are often far below what a claim is worth, and accepting one usually ends your right to seek more. Let us review it first — call 469-759-1323 for a free assessment.
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The Law Giant’s Dallas whiplash lawyers help neck-injury victims across Dallas County recover after serious crashes on roads like I-30, I-35E, I-635 (the LBJ Freeway), US-75 (Central Expressway), and the Dallas North Tollway.
If you were rear-ended or T-boned by a negligent driver and suffered a serious neck injury like whiplash, you’re now facing the long-term consequences of someone else’s actions. Though the accident wasn’t your fault, dealing with the aftermath can be overwhelming, and the effects of whiplash may last for years.
Texas personal injury laws are designed to protect you, but insurers and at-fault parties may not willingly offer the compensation you deserve. That’s where the experienced whiplash lawyers at The Law Giant come in. To discuss your injury case in more detail, give The Law Giant, Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers a call at (956) 982-1800 for a free consultation.
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