Bautista LeRoy Law Firm can assist in your search for whiplash's symptoms and compensation related to side-impact collisions. Since 1990, our clients in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area clients have relied upon us for legal help with personal injury cases related to car, truck, train and motorcycle collisions as well as nursing home negligence. Our specialized approach enables us to deliver knowledgeable service which leads to successful results.

This article will explain how whiplash occurs after a side-impact accident and which symptoms to look out for as well as possible compensation claims you could make.

Can You Experience Whiplash In A Side-Impact Accident?

Absolutely, side-impact collisions can also cause whiplash. When your vehicle is hit from the side, your body may jerk violently, forcing your neck into unnatural positions and straining muscles, tendons and ligaments in your neck area.

Side impacts tend to be more catastrophic than rear collisions due to their unexpected nature and striking vehicles on their sides where there is less structural protection. Your head can move in all directions and hit against something hard, resulting in serious head trauma.

What Are The Symptoms Of Whiplash?

Whiplash symptoms may not appear immediately following an accident. In fact, after being involved in one, some individuals may initially appear fine before experiencing symptoms hours or days later. Here are a few indicators:

• Neck pain and stiffness
• Headaches
• Dizziness or fatigue
• Blurred vision
• Difficulty concentrating
• Memory problems
• Shoulder or upper back pain
• Tingling or numbness in the arms

What Are My Compensation Rights After A Side-impact Accident?

If the cause of your whiplash was due to another person's negligence, compensation is available. Compensation should cover both immediate medical expenses as well as possible long-term costs. Types of assistance could include:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Future medical costs

Why Is Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney Beneficial?

Navigating legal and insurance processes following an injury can be challenging, which is why having access to an experienced personal injury attorney is invaluable:

• Expert Negotiation Skills
• Accurate Injury Valuation
• Access To Resources
• Negotiations With Insurers

When Should An Attorney Be Hired?

After an accident, consult a personal injury attorney immediately in order to protect your legal rights by gathering evidence and communicating directly with insurance providers. Delaying legal advice could compromise your claim and decrease the chance of receiving compensation.

What Are The Criteria For Finding A Good Attorney?

• Experience: Hire a personal injury attorney who has  expertise in handling whiplash claims.
• Proven Record: Hire an attorney with a track record for successfully resolving verdicts and settlements.
• Communication: Your attorney should keep you fully informed and outline all available options clearly.

Why Choose Bautista LeRoy LLC?

Bautista LeRoy Law Firm offers expertise in handling side-impact accident injury claims. Our firm takes a personalized approach that meets our clients' individual requirements.

Our team has extensive experience handling complex matters involving medical documents and settlement agreements as well as all stages of litigation efficiently. As part of our dedication to open and transparent communication, you won't ever feel uncertain of your case status.

Suggested Action Steps

• Always seek medical care promptly, even if symptoms appear minor.
• Document symptoms and treatment progress.
• Contact a personal injury attorney so they can assess and handle your claim.
• Before accepting any settlement offer, seek legal advice first.

Whiplash injuries caused by side-impact accidents may have long-lasting repercussions. You must understand all available compensation options and potential symptoms that might appear. Hire an experienced personal injury attorney who can offer legal and financial support to meet your needs. Contact us today at 816-221-0382 or send us an email on our Contact Page. Serving Kansas City, MO and KS as well as surrounding areas of Benton County and St. Louis.

Summary:

Whiplash is an injury that is common in car accidents. It results from a T-bone or side-impact car crash. It is when the head and neck are suddenly forced sideways beyond the normal range of motion. The most common stress that side impacts place on the neck muscles, ligaments, and joints, unlike rear-end collisions. Usually, whiplash leads to painful and lingering symptoms. Therefore, whiplash needs immediate medical attention. 

Some of the most common symptoms of whiplash include the following:

• tenderness and pain in the neck
• reduced range of motion or stiffness in the neck
• headaches that often start at the base of the skull
• pain in the upper back
• fatigue
• muscle spasms
• pain in the shoulder
• lightheadedness or dizziness
• memory problems
• difficulties in concentration or focus
• numbness in the arms or hands, aka tingling

Just like any other serious injury, Immediate medical attention is very important for whiplash. Prompt evaluation is necessary as symptoms may appear immediately after the crash or may develop hours or even days later. Generally, whiplash leads to compensation claims. Legal process is inevitable, especially when another driver is at fault. Compensation claims may cover the following:

• medical costs or medication
• physical therapy or rehabilitation
• imaging tests
• doctor visits
• lost income (if the injury prevents them from going to work)
• pain and suffering from physical discomfort and reduced quality of life