Injuries in New Jersey Car Accidents

Injuries in New Jersey car accidents can range from mild to severe. Many require medical treatment, and some result in permanent injury or disability. If you were injured in a car accident caused by another driver, you are entitled to seek compensation for your injuries from the liable party.

It is in your best interest to contact a knowledgeable auto collision attorney before speaking to an insurance company representative about your claim. Insurance companies often attempt to minimize victims’ injuries and offer inadequate compensation, especially if your injuries will require lifelong medical treatment. An attorney will thoroughly evaluate your case to determine the full extent of your injuries.

What Role Does Speed Play in the Severity of a New Jersey Car Accident Injury?

There is a reason that every road and every highway has a speed limit on it. When someone is speeding, his or her reaction time is slower, and without that reaction time, it is more likely that an accident could occur because he or she does not have time to slow down. When a person goes above the speed limit, it could cause a higher impact accident and lead to serious and even catastrophic injuries.

Common Types of Car Accident Injuries

With over 20 years of combined experience, we are familiar with all types of car accident injuries. We understand and appreciate the devastating effects that a car accident injury can have on an individual and their family. The possibilities are endless, but the most common car accident injuries we see include:

• Neck injuries – Whiplash, strains, cervical dislocation, and disc injuries occur in many collisions. Medical treatment and healing time will vary depending on the severity of the injury.
• Back injuries – The force of a collision can cause serious damage to the back. Low back sprains, herniated discs, and fractured vertebrae are often caused by car accidents.  Some back injuries will cause long term pain and reduced mobility.
• Head and brain injuries – Motor vehicle crashes often cause concussions or Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI). Brain injuries range from mild to severe based on what part of the brain is affected and how much damage is sustained.  Some may cause permanent brain damage that can affect victims mentally, physically, or emotionally.
• Spinal cord injuries – Damage to the spinal cord can result in permanent paralysis. Spinal cord injuries drastically alter a victim’s future. Most will require lifelong medical treatment.
• Internal injuries – The force of impact in a collision could cause damage to internal organs such as the kidneys, bowels, lungs, spleen, liver, or heart. Internal injuries will require medical treatment and possibly surgery.
• Lacerations and cuts – Loose items in a car become projectiles in a violent collision and could cause injury. Broken glass and airbags may also injure a driver or passengers.
• Psychological injuries – People who are involved in violent car crashes may suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), emotional distress, anxiety, depression, or sleep disorders. Psychological damage from a car accident can greatly affect a victim’s quality of life.

Medical treatment for severe car accident injuries is often costly, but necessary. Injuries that leave people permanently disabled, unable to work, and in need of lifelong medical treatment or personal care can devastate an individual’s or a family’s financial well-being. If another driver is at fault for causing your car accident, he or she is liable for your injuries.

Learn More about Injuries in New Jersey Car Accidents from an Attorney

The lawyers at Grungo Law aggressively pursue compensation on behalf of our clients for medical bills, lost wages, ongoing treatment, pain and suffering, and any other damages related to injuries in New Jersey car accidents. Call us today or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.