Common Car Accident Injuries
With so many individuals and vehicles on Minnesota roads, especially during morning rush hour, accidents are bound to occur, and when you’re involved in a car accident, there is a good chance that you will sustain an injury.
Even car accidents that occur at relatively low speeds can cause serious and often chronic injuries to those involved. Auto accident injuries can range from broken bones and scars to more serious accidents like traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries.
While there are a variety of injuries that can occur from being involved in a car accident, there are a few types of injuries that repeatedly occur.
- Brain and Head Injuries – One of the most common injuries suffered by drivers and passengers is a closed head injury. A closed head injury can range from a mild concussion to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Even if you do not see any physical sign of trauma it does not necessarily mean that the impact did not result in a brain or head injury.
- Back Injuries – The impact of a car accident can cause a number of back injuries such as a sprain, strain, whiplash, fracture and disc injury. Like neck injuries, you may not always notice the symptoms of a back injury right away. Sometimes, it may be days or weeks before you see the signs of a back injury.
- Psychological Injuries – Injuries caused by car accidents are not limited to only physical injuries. After a car accident, especially a serious one involving catastrophic injuries and loss of life, car accident victims may suffer short or long-term psychological injuries such as emotional distress, and may even post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
If you’ve been Injured in a Minnesota Car Accident – We Can Help
Car accidents take the lives of hundreds of Minnesotans each year. If you’ve been injured in a car accident, the last thing you feel like doing is sorting through paperwork from the insurance company or trying to figure out how your bills will get paid. The Minnesota car accident attorneys of McEwen & Kestner are here to help you. Our experienced attorneys will make sure you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
