Soft Tissue Injuries - More Than Meets the Eye
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According to a 2002 study by the Insurance Research Council tears, sprains and strains, referred to as soft tissue injuries, are the most common type of injury reported to a car accident lawyer. 8 out of 10 persons injured in a car accident suffer this type of injury (Insurance Research Council, 2002). Our car accident attorneys have handled many claims arising from car accidents that caused these type of injuries.
Closed Head Injury
"Closed head injury" is a broad term which describes any injury to the brain or structures within the skull that are not caused by a penetrating injury like a stab wound. In such a case, there is no penetration of the skull, and there may be no obvious external signs of damage. Closed head injuries range from very minor to potentially fatal injuries.
When a moving head stops suddenly, the brain continues traveling until it collides with the hard skull. The frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, which are the major areas that control our speech and language, often receive the most damage in this way because they sit in pockets of the skull that allow more room for the brain to shift, and thus sustain injury. Because these major speech and language areas often receive damage, communication difficulties may frequently occur following closed head injuries. Injury victims may have problems with pronunciation or slurred speech.
Persons whose brains are injured as a result of a car accident may also suffer problems with their memory and general cognitive, or thinking, skills. They may have problems concentrating for long periods of time, feel "scatter-brained" or unable to organize their thoughts, and become easily confused. This confusion can make them frustrated, upset, and angry, and they may be subject to extreme swings of mood as a result. Other problems may include difficulty swallowing, walking, maintaining balance, and trouble with coordination, as well as changes in the ability to smell, hear, or see.
Should I Get a Personal Injury Lawyer for my Soft Tissue Car Accident?
A skilled lawyer’s experience dealing with many different types of accidents and insurance companies on a regular basis enables her to know what pitfalls may arise in your case and how best to defend you against them. Our law firm has a team of case managers who only deal with soft tissue injury car accidents, and know how insurance companies view them. They can speed up the process and take the pressure off you - giving you the time and space to get better.
Car Accident Case Review
Once we receive your information, we will route your inquiry to our car accident injury team. Every effort will be made to contact you within one business day. You will never be obligated to hire a car accident lawyer. For immediate help call us now, toll-free, at 1-866-780-3551.
