Whiplash Injury Attorneys in New York City
Ready to Help You Recover Your Entitled Compensation
When it comes to rear-end collisions, one of the most common injuries is
whiplash. The impact of the collision can cause your head and neck to
jolt back and forth quickly, similar to the cracking of a whip. This type
of injury can also stem from other types of incidents, such as contact
sports and physical abuse.
If you have suffered a whiplash injury from a
car accident or any other form of negligence or maliciousness, let our legal team at
Rubenstein & Rynecki hold the at-fault party accountable for their harmful actions and maximize
your entitled compensation. We can thoroughly investigate the accident,
gather and examine evidence, negotiate with insurers, and help you obtain
the best possible award or settlement amount.
Call
(718) 522-1020 or fill out our
online contact form today to schedule a free consultation. Learn how we can help you immediately!
What is Whiplash?
Whiplash is a type of soft tissue injury that involves the neck, including
the muscles and nerves around the body part, the spine, joints, ligaments,
and discs between bones. Therefore, the entire neck area can sustain serious
damage by whiplash.
Common types of whiplash injuries include:
- Neck sprain
- Neck strain
- Cervical acceleration-deceleration (CAD)
- Cervical injury
Common Signs of Whiplash
You may not feel the symptoms of a whiplash injury immediately after an
accident. In fact, it may be hours or days after until you start to experience
any pain. It is imperative to be mindful of the signs of whiplash and
seek immediate medical attention to obtain the proper diagnosis and treatment.
The following are the most common symptoms of whiplash:
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Worsening pain whenever you move your neck
- Loss of range of motion in the neck area
- Shoulder or upper back pain or tenderness
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Ringing of ears (i.e., tinnitus)
- Tingling or weakness in the arms or hands
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Memory issues
- Irritability
- Concentration difficulties
- Depression
Most people who are injured from whiplash recover within a few weeks without
any lasting effects. On the other hand, some people may experience pain
for several months or years after the accident and injury. That is why
you should not hesitate to see a doctor right away.
Damages from a Whiplash Injury
While whiplash is not considered a catastrophic injury or does not often
result in a wrongful death, such an injury can still dramatically affect
every aspect of your life. Whiplash limits your ability to move your upper
body, which can result in a prolonged recovery period and force you out of work.
Common damages stemming from a whiplash injury include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Physical therapy and pain management
- Chiropractic care
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Diminished quality of life
- Property damage (if you were involved in a car accident)
Schedule a Free Consultation Today
Our firm is ready to fight for the maximum amount of compensation possible
on your behalf. Let us protect your rights and best interests inside and
outside the courtroom while you make the best possible recovery from injury.
Contact us today at
(718) 522-1020 to speak with our New York City whiplash injury lawyers and learn how
we can help you!
