Lingering injuries after a car crash
On Behalf of The Andres Lopez Law Firm , PA | December 30, 2022 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Persons involved in minor car accidents may suffer equally minor injuries, but some victims deal with catastrophic harm. For example, a spinal injury might require multiple surgeries and extensive rehabilitation. Spinal and other injuries on a Florida road might leave someone suffering long-term damage and substantial financial losses.
Long-term injuries
Although a minimal impact might not cause significant injury, there are instances where a fender-bender accident results in worse harm than expected. One vehicle could tap another from behind, resulting in a driver suffering a head injury. The injury may leave the victim with a number of complications that linger for years.
An accident victim could experience a variety of injuries after an accident. The person may have to deal with a torn meniscus in the knee and whiplash in the neck. Both might require surgery to correct, and the rehabilitation period could involve significant time. Other injuries may be more severe and involve multiple surgeries, as might be the case with back and spinal issues. Even with treatment, such injuries could permanently alter the victim’s quality of life.
Injuries that affect the brain could leave someone suffering from diminished motor skills and memory loss. The victim may have to work with a speech therapist after undergoing surgery for brain trauma.
Post-accident Matters
The costs associated with lingering injuries after motor vehicle accidents could extend beyond what many realize. A home or apartment might require renovations to accommodate someone dealing the disabilities after the accident. Such costs contribute to a victim’s decision to file a lawsuit against a negligent driver.
Victims could file a claim against a negligent driver’s auto liability policy. Some may sue for amounts above the policy limits because they suffered extensive losses.