At Brooks Law Group, we regularly work with individuals across throughout Florida suffering from long-term car accident injuries. While many severe injuries are apparent at the moment of a crash, a wide variety of injuries can go unnoticed for days, weeks, or even months after an accident. These hidden injuries can have serious consequences if left untreated. Identifying and addressing all injuries after a car crash is critical for preventing chronic pain, permanent disability, or other complications. Unfortunately, many go without the needed treatment. By the time these individuals realize what’s happening, they fear it’s too late for them to receive compensation.
Brooks Law Group is here to address the most common hidden injuries we see, and how long those impacted can seek compensation.
What are the most commonly overlooked long-term car accident injuries?
While this list is not comprehensive, we most frequently see:
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
Mild traumatic brain injuries, such as concussions, are frequently overlooked in car accidents. This is especially true in cases where no head wound is apparent at the time of the crash. the symptoms of a TBI include:
- headaches
- dizziness
- memory loss
- difficulty concentrating
- vision or hearing difficulties
- speech difficulties
If a traumatic brain injury is left untreated it can lead to long-term or even permanent cognitive issues, pain, emotional disturbances, or neurological conditions (including dementia). Even if no head wound is obvious after an accident, it’s worth getting checked out by medical professionals!
Whiplash and Soft Tissue Injuries
Soft tissue traumas like whiplash are also common long-term car accident injuries. At the moment one’s neck is forcefully snapped forward and backward, muscles, ligaments, and tendons are strained. While some people experience pain automatically, others could feel fine for days or weeks after the accident. Whiplash can cause serious symptoms like neck pain, reduced mobility, and migraines, so don’t take it lightly! At the first sign of discomfort after an accident, contact your doctor.
Pain and numbness in limbs can be indicative of nerve damage!
Herniated Discs, Spinal Cord, and Nerve Injuries
Much like whiplash, a herniated or bulging disc is commonly seen after a car accident. While the impact causes the injury, the effects may not be felt for weeks later. When inflammation and nerve compression worsen, chronic back pain, sciatica, numbness in limbs, and mobility struggles are very real possibilities. More severe spinal injuries, if they’re not addressed promptly, could lead to partial or complete paralysis.
Internal Damage
Damage to the liver, spleen, or kidneys isn’t immediately noticeable in some cases. Not only is internal bleeding a concern with these injuries, but organ function is at risk as well. Pain, swelling, or dizziness are often the first signs something is wrong when these conditions are missed at the time of the accident. These injuries can be life-threatening.
Emotional Trauma (Yes, this is included with long-term car accident injuries!)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and emotional trauma can cause symptoms for years after an accident. Common complaints with these conditions are:
- difficulty sleeping
- anxiety
- depression
- struggling to cope with everyday tasks at work and home
- difficulty with relationships
Without help, individuals affected by PTSD after a crash could suffer from a variety of secondary impacts due to their accidents. These include job loss, family struggles, health complications from lack of sleep, or worse. Don’t assume that mental health struggles aren’t long-term car accident injuries. They are, and we’re here to advocate for you and get the help you deserve!
How can a personal injury attorney help me after my accident?
Experienced personal injury attorneys are crucial to building a case involving hidden long-term injuries. If your accident was due to someone else’s negligence or reckless behavior, you could be entitled to compensation. A settlement could help with medical expenses, lost wages, ongoing treatment costs, and additional pain and suffering (both physical and mental).
Where will an injury lawyer begin?
Studying the laws that apply to your case.
Because attorneys know and understand the statute of limitations in their state, and have thoroughly studied the laws surrounding accidents and injuries, they are ready and waiting to build a solid case on your behalf. This is especially important if your injuries failed to present for a while after the crash. Those injured in Lakeland count on lawyers that know Florida statutes well.
Gathering evidence of your long-term car accident injuries.
Evidence proving your injuries and their ties to your accident is where many attorneys begin. At Brooks Law Group, you can count on our team to investigate:
- medical records from emergency services and hospital care immediately after the accident
- x-rays, MRIs, CT Scans, and other photos of injuries
- statements and records from doctors who treated your injuries at any point after the crash
- statements from therapists and counselors
Anything that proves your injuries are real and cause pain and suffering is important evidence in your case. We make sure we have it in hand and woven into your petition for compensation from all at-fault parties.
Negotiating with insurance companies and liable parties.
While you focus on recovering, we focus on winning the settlement you need. You don’t have to stress over phone calls with insurance adjusters or opposing parties’ attorneys. We step up and navigate each step of the negotiation process. We keep you informed and empowered throughout your case in whichever way is most convenient and comfortable for you, from phone calls to Email updates.
Call Brooks Law Group to prove your injuries and win your case!
Brooks Law Group has the expertise and experience to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve after your accident. If your injuries appear late, you shouldn’t have to endure ongoing pain or stress over medical bills on your own – we’re here to ensure you get the support you need. Our dedicated team will stand by your side, holding the responsible parties accountable and protecting your best interests. We serve a long list of cities from Jacksonville to West Palm Beach and everywhere in between. Our site makes it easy to find the office closest to you!
Serving the greater Polk County areas, we provide compassionate legal representation committed to results. Our contingency fee structure ensures you don’t pay unless we win. Simply contact our attorneys for a free no-cost, no-obligation legal consultation and experience the peace that comes with knowing you can focus on healing without financial worry. If you’re suffering from long-term car accident injuries, don’t settle for less. Look to Brooks Law Group for representation you can trust.
