Whiplash is a common injury in rear-end collisions. Whiplash injuries can range from mild, in which the nerves or muscles in the neck are simply pinched, to severe, in which they are stretched or torn. However, whiplash can be difficult to diagnose due to the soft tissues injured by the event. Because of this, some people do not get the treatment they need, and some people miss their injury claim filing window.
If you were involved in a car accident, contact the Bader Law Injury Lawyers team at (404) 888-8888 for help regarding your case. Our Johns Creek whiplash lawyer can guide you regarding the next steps you should take.
Understanding Whiplash
The Mayo Clinic defines whiplash as an injury occurring from the sudden and violent motion of the head, neck, and shoulders being thrown forward and backward. According to the Mayo Clinic and the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), these movements and the whiplash that they can cause often lead to symptoms such as:
- Dull, throbbing upper back pain
- Sharp, burning pain in the neck
- Tingling or discomfort in the shoulders
- Unexplained issues with vision
- The feeling of an unexplained ache in or around the mouth or jaw
- Ringing in the ears
- Nausea, dizziness, and lightheadedness
Many of the symptoms caused by whiplash are also associated with other illnesses and injuries such as concussions and head injuries. Additionally, unless an accident victim suffers from serious whiplash, closed wounds that do not show signs of bruising are often dismissed by accident victims as inconsequential. If you experience any whiplash symptoms do not dismiss them, and immediately seek medical attention.
In addition to seeking medical attention, you may wish to speak with a personal injury lawyer. The Johns Creek whiplash lawyer with Bader Law Injury Lawyers can potentially help you understand the severity of your injuries and whether or not you may have grounds for a personal injury claim.
Call the Bader Law Injury Lawyer team today at (404) 888-8888 to discuss your case. Our team can help you determine the next steps you should take based on the specifics of your accident.
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Determining Liability
Georgia is an at-fault state. As an at-fault state, you have the right to seek compensation for losses and damages that you suffer in an accident from the party that caused the accident.
The first step in seeking compensation is identifying the at-fault party whom you hold responsible for your accident. This could be another driver, a vehicle repair person whose incompetence led to or contributed to an accident, or a town or municipality that did not put up or maintain traffic control devices and thereby contributed to an accident.
Depending on how your accident was caused, and whose actions were responsible for it, you may be able to seek compensation for losses and damages, such as:
- Medical treatment costs
- Lost income
- Vehicle damage
- Pain and suffering
- Incidental expenses, such as home cleaning or caretaking services
To file a claim against an at-fault party, you must have proof. To prove that an at-fault party was responsible for your accident, you must obtain evidence, such as the police report of your accident, video footage or pictures of the accident, or the testimony of eyewitnesses regarding how the accident unfolded.
To determine your damages, you can use medical treatment expense invoices, vehicle repair bills, and salary slips to quantify how much you lost due to your accident. You can also use the testimony of a medical expert to determine a dollar figure for future losses you expect to face due to the injuries you suffered in your accident. Furthermore, pain and suffering damages can be included in your claim. Pain and suffering damages can be calculated using a multiplier that is based on your treatment expenses and how long you are expected to have to live with your injuries.
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How a Lawyer Can Help
Doing all the above—collecting evidence, proving fault, quantifying damages, and filing a claim—can be difficult for anyone, especially someone unfamiliar with personal injury laws and how insurance claims are handled.
To successfully file a claim, you must know what kinds of insurance coverage apply to your case and which policy to seek compensation from. You must also submit specific forms of evidence to the at-fault party’s insurer within predetermined filing timelines. You must also quantify your losses and damages. If you underestimate your damages, you may have to pay out-of-pocket for medical treatment or vehicle repairs, but overstating your losses can harm your case as well.
This is where a lawyer may be able to help. An attorney can help you understand how to go about filing a claim, how relevant insurance policies will apply to your case, and where to get the evidence you need for your claim. An attorney can also help you obtain the testimony of a cost and damages professional to evaluate your case.
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We Are Here to Help
The team with Bader Law Injury Lawyers is just a call away. We can be reached at (404) 888-8888. Our personal injury team and our Johns Creek whiplash lawyers can help you navigate the complexities of a personal injury claim and can help you gather the evidence needed to build your case. We will also work to ensure that you file a claim for a fair settlement amount and that you meet all relevant filing deadlines. Do not hesitate to reach out to us today for legal assistance with your case.
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