{"id":353119,"date":"2016-04-04T10:46:36","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T15:46:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ability-fl-prod.internetbrands.com\/ability-law\/injury\/car-accidents\/types-of-car-accident-injuries.html"},"modified":"2025-09-26T09:07:52","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T14:07:52","slug":"types-of-car-accident-injuries","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/car-accidents\/types-of-car-accident-injuries.html","title":{"rendered":"Types of Car Accident Injuries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30\">\n<div class=\"fl-page-articles fl-section-main fl-section-main-full-width\"><h1 class=\"fl-no-margin-top\">Types of Car Accident Injuries<\/h1>\n\n<section class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline\">\n    <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-content\">\n                    By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/lyle-therese-a-hilotin-lee-j-d\/\">Lyle Therese A. Hilotin-Lee, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by <a\n                href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/catherine-hodder-esq\/\">Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n                | Last updated\n        <time>\n                            September 26, 2025\n                    <\/time>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-legally-reviewed\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Legally Reviewed\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>This article has been written and reviewed for legal accuracy, clarity, and style by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team.html\">FindLaw\u2019s team of legal writers and attorneys<\/a> and in accordance with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/company-history\/editorial-policy.html\">our editorial standards<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-fast-checked\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Fact-Checked\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/contributing-authors.html\">contributing authors<\/a>. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/?fli=bylinelink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact an attorney in your area<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"fl-key-takeaways fl-mb30\" data-testid=\"fl-key-takeaways\">\n    <div class=\"fl-card-content\">\n        <div class=\"fl-card-body fl-card-bg-teal fl-flex fl-flex-column\">\n                            <h2 class=\"fl-card-title fl-h2 fl-no-margin\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n                        <p>Car accidents can result in physical traumas that range from minor <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683460\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683460\">scrapes<\/span> to <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683469\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683469\">life-threatening<\/span> conditions. The <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683450\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683450\">most common <\/span><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683418\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683418\">car accident injuries<\/span> include <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683417\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683417\">whiplash<\/span>, <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683426\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683426\">soft tissue injuries<\/span>, <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683429\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683429\">broken bones<\/span>, <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683437\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683437\">internal bleeding<\/span>, and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683420\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683420\">traumatic brain injury<\/span>. While the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683477\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683477\">types of <\/span><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683418\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683418\">car accident injuries<\/span> vary from crash to crash, some vehicle-related injuries are relatively common.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683418\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683418\">Car accident injuries<\/span> can leave you with mounting medical bills, lost wages, and uncertainty about your future. Whether you are dealing with injuries that did not manifest immediately or struggling with the aftermath of a serious <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683423\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683423\">car crash<\/span>, you don\u2019t have to face it alone. A <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/motor-vehicle-accidents-plaintiff\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">car accident attorney<\/a> can review your case and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683421\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683421\">Head Injuries<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683421\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683421\">Head injuries<\/span> are among the most serious <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683431\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683431\">personal injuries<\/span> suffered in <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683461\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683461\">auto accidents<\/span>. Drivers and passengers involved in <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683453\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683453\">high-speed<\/span> <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683449\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683449\">motor vehicle accidents<\/span> can strike their heads against <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683430\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683430\">steering wheels<\/span>, dashboards, or windows. These impacts can cause:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/car-accidents\/types-of-brain-injury.html\"><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683420\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683420\">Traumatic brain injuries<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Mild\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/car-accidents\/car-accident-concussion-settlement-faqs.html\"><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683427\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683427\">concussions<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Comas<\/li>\n<li>Lasting cognitive problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683421\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683421\">Head injuries<\/span> can also lead to <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683458\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683458\">facial injuries<\/span>, hearing loss, and vision problems. In <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683470\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683470\">severe cases<\/span>, <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683479\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683479\">disfigurement<\/span> may occur. It\u2019s not uncommon for an injured person to require extensive <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683438\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683438\">medical treatment<\/span> and incur significant <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683465\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683465\">medical expenses<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683448\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683448\">Neck Injuries<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>One of the most well-known <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683418\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683418\">car accident injuries<\/span> is\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/car-accidents\/whiplash-related-injuries.html\"><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683417\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683417\">whiplash<\/span><\/a>. The sudden movement of the head and neck, such as from the force generated by a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683447\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683447\">rear-end collision<\/span>, can cause neck muscle and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683419\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683419\">ligament<\/span> damage for <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683435\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683435\">accident victims<\/span>. Generalized <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683454\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683454\">neck pain<\/span> and swelling are common in <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683417\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683417\">whiplash<\/span> incidents. It is important to note that <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683464\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683464\">whiplash<\/span><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683464\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683464\"> injuries<\/span> can occur even when <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seatbelts<\/span> are properly worn.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Spine and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683432\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683432\">Back Injuries<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683480\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683480\">Back pain<\/span> and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683432\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683432\">back injuries<\/span> are also common <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683477\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683477\">types of <\/span><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683418\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683418\">car accident injuries<\/span>. Any\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/spinal-cord-injury\/basics\/definition\/con-20023837\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">damage to the spinal cord<\/a> can cause significant nerve damage. Motorists may experience reduced sensation and control in their arms, hands, legs, feet, and other body parts. There are also cases when severe fractures in the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683476\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683476\">vertebrae<\/span> leave patients paralyzed. <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683459\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683459\">Dislocation<\/span> of spinal joints can cause immediate and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683473\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683473\">chronic pain<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Another common spinal and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683432\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683432\">back injury<\/span> is a\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/herniated-disk\/basics\/definition\/con-20029957\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683467\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683467\">herniated disc<\/span><\/a>. Patients with a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683467\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683467\">herniated disc<\/span> often experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Numbness or tingling sensations<\/li>\n<li>Muscle weakness<\/li>\n<li>Arm or leg pain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These injuries may require surgery and extensive physical therapy, both of which can be expensive.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683451\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683451\">Chest Injuries<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683451\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683451\">Chest injuries<\/span> represent some of the most dangerous consequences of automobile accidents. The blunt force trauma from vehicle collisions can cause <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683457\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683457\">broken ribs<\/span> and collapsed lungs. Passengers with pre-existing heart conditions may suffer sudden cardiac arrest. <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683437\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683437\">Internal bleeding<\/span> is another serious concern. Damage to <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683443\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683443\">internal organs<\/span>, the pelvis, and the abdomen can also occur. All of these injuries require <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683452\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683452\">immediate medical attention<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h3>Knee and Leg Injuries<\/h3>\n<p><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683462\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683462\">Knee injuries<\/span> are common in head-on collisions, particularly when the driver&#8217;s or passengers&#8217; knees hit the dashboard. This <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683424\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683424\">type of injury<\/span> is also known as \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/598118\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dashboard <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683462\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683462\">knee injury<\/span><\/a>.&#8221; It could result in months or even years of <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683438\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683438\">medical treatment<\/span>. Some types of <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683462\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683462\">knee injuries<\/span> are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Torn <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683419\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683419\">ligaments<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Fractured kneecaps<\/li>\n<li>Dislocated joints<\/li>\n<li>Severe bruising and swelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Leg injuries also include <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683429\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683429\">broken bones<\/span>, such as the femur. These types of fractures often require extensive rehabilitation and could result in limitations in mobility. These injuries range from minor <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683460\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683460\">scrapes<\/span> to severe physical injury that requires surgical intervention or <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683456\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683456\">amputation<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h3>Arms and Hand Injuries<\/h3>\n<p>Injuries to the upper extremities are fairly common. If an occupant instinctively reaches for a surface to brace themselves during a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683423\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683423\">car crash<\/span>, the sudden and strong force could cause various injuries in the upper extremities. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Broken wrists and forearms<\/li>\n<li>Broken hands and fingers<\/li>\n<li>Dislocated shoulders<\/li>\n<li>Nerve damage that affects grip strength<\/li>\n<li><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683460\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683460\">Scrapes<\/span> and cuts from broken glass and other debris<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Like other injuries, hand and arm issues can affect your day-to-day life.<\/p>\n<h2>Severe Trauma and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683456\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683456\">Amputations<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683453\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683453\">high-speed<\/span> <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683423\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683423\">car crashes<\/span> or in accidents that involve motorcyclists or heavy machinery, victims sometimes suffer <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683474\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683474\">severe injuries<\/span>, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683456\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683456\">Amputation<\/span> of fingers, hands, arms, or legs<\/li>\n<li>Severe burns<\/li>\n<li>Extensive soft tissue damage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683474\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683474\">Severe injuries<\/span> often require multiple surgeries and long-term rehabilitation. Crash injuries to the extremities also often result in long-term disability. It can cause substantial economic costs even in cases when they are not <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683469\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683469\">life-threatening<\/span>. <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683456\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683456\">Amputations<\/span> may necessitate prosthetic devices and long-term rehabilitation. The person\u2019s physical and emotional recovery could also take years, affecting their <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683471\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683471\">quality of life<\/span> and ability to work.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Injuries Related to Vehicle Safety Systems<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Modern cars are equipped with <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbags<\/span> and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seatbelts<\/span>. An <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbag<\/span> system operates through crash sensors. The goal is to cushion the vehicle occupants from a severe impact against the car\u2019s interior. This is especially true for those in the front seat. For instance, the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbag<\/span> mounted in the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683430\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683430\">steering wheel<\/span> protects the driver against impacts to their face and chest against the steering column.<\/p>\n<p>If your <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbags<\/span> don\u2019t function as they should, you can end up with <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683436\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683436\">serious injuries<\/span>. Some of the ways in which your <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbags<\/span> may be defective include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">Airbags<\/span> don\u2019t deploy upon impact<\/li>\n<li>Your <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbags<\/span> deploy at random times<\/li>\n<li>The sensor on your car deploys the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbag<\/span> too aggressively<\/li>\n<li>One <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbag<\/span> works while the other doesn\u2019t<\/li>\n<li>Faulty wiring<\/li>\n<li>Explosions upon impact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">Seat belts<\/span>, also\u00a0known as safety belts, operate on a simple yet effective principle. By distributing the force from a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683423\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683423\">car crash<\/span> across the more durable parts of your body (lap and shoulder), <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seat belts<\/span> reduce the effects of momentum changes. This reduces the risk of fatal injuries and minimizes impact on sensitive areas like the head and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683443\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683443\">internal organs<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Common <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">Airbag<\/span> Injuries<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The following injuries can result from defective <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbags<\/span>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Abrasions, often on the face and arms<\/li>\n<li><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683458\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683458\">Facial injuries<\/span> or other <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683429\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683429\">broken bones<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Eye injuries<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/legalblogs\/personal-injury\/when-to-sue-for-whiplash-injuries\/\"><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683417\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683417\">Whiplash<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/car-accidents\/brain-injury-symptoms-and-diagnosis.html\"><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683420\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683420\">Traumatic brain injuries<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Chemical burns<\/li>\n<li>Abrasions and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683439\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683439\">contusions<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Lung damage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Any of these injuries can prove to be serious or <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683469\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683469\">life-threatening<\/span>. If you were involved in a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683423\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683423\">car crash<\/span> and your <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbags<\/span> didn\u2019t work, contacting a\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/personal-injury-plaintiff\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683431\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683431\">personal injury<\/span> attorney<\/a> is a good idea.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Common <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">Seat Belt<\/span> Injuries<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Possible injuries\u00a0from <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seat\u00a0belts<\/span> include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Abrasions and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683446\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683446\">Lacerations<\/span><\/strong>: Often caused by the rapid tightening of the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seat belt<\/span> during a car accident<\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683441\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683441\">Internal Injuries<\/span><\/strong>: Due to the pressure of the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seat belt<\/span> during a collision, these can cause <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683437\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683437\">Internal bleeding<\/span> or organ damage that might not be immediately apparent<\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683433\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683433\">Spinal Cord Injuries<\/span> and Shoulder Injuries<\/strong>: These come\u00a0from the shoulder belt or shoulder strap, which can exert considerable force<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sternal and <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683451\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683451\">Chest Injuries<\/span><\/strong>: Caused by the forward motion against the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seat belt<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683417\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683417\">Whiplash<\/span><\/strong>:\u00a0Occurs in <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683449\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683449\">motor vehicle accidents<\/span> even when <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seat belts<\/span> are used and is common in <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683447\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683447\">rear-end collisions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lap Belt Injuries<\/strong>: Incorrect <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seat belt<\/span> positioning can result in abdominal injuries in children not in car seats<\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683421\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683421\">Head Injuries<\/span><\/strong>: Despite the restraint provided by <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seat belts<\/span>, sudden stops or collisions can still cause the head to jolt forward, hitting the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683430\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683430\">steering wheel<\/span>, dashboard, or <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbag<\/span> upon deployment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Parents should be\u00a0cautious about ensuring their children wear <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683428\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683428\">seatbelts<\/span> and use the right kind of restraint, like a\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhtsa.gov\/vehicle-safety\/car-seats-and-booster-seats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">car seat<\/a>, adjusted to their age and size. Doing so can help protect children from <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683418\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683418\">car accident injuries<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h2>Pain and Suffering<\/h2>\n<p>Pain and suffering are other critical aspects of <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683418\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683418\">car accident injuries<\/span>. This refers to physical and\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/torts-and-personal-injuries\/emotional-distress-privacy.html\">emotional distress<\/a> as a result of the injuries sustained in a car accident. Pain and suffering can include ongoing pain, discomfort, anxiety, depression, and reduced <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683471\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683471\">quality of life<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>Pain and suffering can manifest as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Difficulty sleeping<\/li>\n<li>Changes in appetite<\/li>\n<li>Mood swings<\/li>\n<li>Irritability<\/li>\n<li>Relationship problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These emotional and psychological effects can last for months or even years following an accident. Since people frequently travel with friends and family, serious crashes can create lasting trauma not only for those directly injured but also for witnesses to the event. In <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683470\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683470\">severe cases<\/span>, professional counseling may be necessary to address <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/car-accidents\/ptsd-car-accident-compensation-claims.html\"><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683442\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683442\">post-traumatic stress disorder<\/span><\/a> and other psychological impacts.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Motorcycle Accidents<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Motorcyclists involved in <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683440\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683440\">vehicle crashes<\/span> can suffer more <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683474\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683474\">severe injuries<\/span> than those in cars. These can include <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683429\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683429\">broken bones<\/span>, <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683459\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683459\">dislocation<\/span>, <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683419\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683419\">ligament<\/span> damage \u2014 such as a\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/acl-injury\/basics\/definition\/con-20030106\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">torn ACL<\/a> \u2014 and even severed limbs. The fatality rate for motorcyclists is\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhtsa.gov\/road-safety\/motorcycles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">significantly higher<\/a> than that for drivers and passengers in cars.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Damages Available for a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683431\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683431\">Personal <\/span><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683475\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683475\">Injury<\/span><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683475\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683475\"> Claim<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Compensation from a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683431\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683431\">personal injury<\/span> case can help offset the financial toll these incidents carry. Types of damages available include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Current medical bills: <\/strong>These encompass all costs related to treating your injuries, such as hospitalization, surgeries, medications, and other treatments<\/li>\n<li><strong>Future <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683465\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683465\">medical expenses<\/span><\/strong>: Injuries from a car accident can lead to\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/corporate.findlaw.com\/litigation-disputes\/long-term-disability-benefits.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">long-term or permanent disabilities<\/a> that require ongoing <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683444\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683444\">medical care<\/span>, therapy, and rehabilitation<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/car-accidents\/making-a-lost-wages-claim.html\"><strong>Lost wages<\/strong><\/a><strong>: <\/strong>Compensation for the income lost while the injured party recuperates<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/legalblogs\/personal-injury\/injury-lawsuits-when-can-you-sue-for-lost-wages-future-earnings\/\"><strong>Lost future earnings<\/strong><\/a>: If your injuries prevent you from returning to work or limit your capacity to earn at the same level as before the accident<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain and suffering<\/strong>: This is a non-economic damage that aims to compensate for the physical pain and emotional distress experienced due to a car accident<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of consortium<\/strong>: Injuries can impact your relationship with your spouse or family, making you eligible for damages for\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/legalblogs\/personal-injury\/when-can-you-sue-for-loss-of-consortium\/\">loss of companionship and affection<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Property damage<\/strong>: This covers the cost of repairing or replacing the vehicle and any other personal property damaged in the accident<\/li>\n<li><strong>Punitive damages:\u00a0<\/strong>In cases where a defect, such as an <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683425\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683425\">airbag<\/span> malfunction, was due to egregious negligence, the court might award\u00a0punitive damages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Wrongful Death<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You may\u00a0be able to\u00a0file a wrongful death claim if a loved one dies due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional act of another person on the roadway. A wrongful death claim can compensate you or the deceased\u2019s other surviving family members for your losses, such as <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683465\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683465\">medical expenses<\/span>, funeral costs, loss of companionship, and loss of future earnings. Here\u2019s what you need to know:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Who can file<\/strong>: In most cases, immediate family members can file. This includes spouses, children, or parents of unmarried children. Distant family members, life partners, or financial dependents might also be eligible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Against whom<\/strong>: Potential defendants in a wrongful death claim can range from the car manufacturer to an auto servicer who may have mishandled the vehicle. Another at-fault driver could also be liable if their negligence led to the accident.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence requirements<\/strong>: Plaintiffs must prove that the defendant\u2019s negligence or misconduct caused the death. This must be supported by facts and evidence.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compensation<\/strong>: Compensation in wrongful death claims can cover economic losses, such as funeral expenses, medical bills, and the deceased\u2019s future earnings. It can also cover non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering or loss of consortium.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Consult with a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/wrongful-death-plaintiff\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wrongful death attorney<\/a> experienced in car accident cases to learn how you could be compensated.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Recovering Compensation for Accident Injuries<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To receive compensation for your injuries, take the following steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Report the accident<\/strong>:\u00a0Notify your auto <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683468\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683468\">insurance company<\/span> about the accident. An insurance adjuster will guide you through the process of filing a claim.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gather evidence<\/strong>:<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Collect all relevant information and documentation. This includes photos of the accident scene, police reports, medical records, and witness statements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keep track of expenses<\/strong>:\u00a0You\u2019ll need receipts and other proof of what the accident has cost you. Keep records of all <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683465\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683465\">medical expenses<\/span>, lost wages, and other costs associated with your injuries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Speak with a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683455\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683455\">car accident lawyer<\/span><\/strong>:\u00a0If you have trouble receiving compensation or if the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683468\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683468\">insurance company<\/span> is disputing your claim, speak with a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/motor-vehicle-accidents-plaintiff\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">car accident attorney<\/a>. A <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683431\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683431\">personal injury<\/span> lawyer can file a <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683431\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683431\">personal <\/span><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683475\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683475\">injury<\/span><span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683475\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683475\"> claim<\/span> and negotiate with the <span data-action=\"click-&gt;dropdown#toggle\" data-dropdown-menu-id-param=\"menu_report_term_53683468\" data-dropdown-placement-param=\"top\" data-dropdown-disable-toggle-aria-param=\"true\" data-term-id=\"53683468\">insurance company<\/span> on your behalf.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><strong>Seek Legal Advice From a Car Accident Attorney<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Car accidents are a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/transportation-safety\/global\/?CDC_AAref_Val=https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/injury\/features\/global-road-safety\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0leading cause of injuries worldwide<\/a>. During the first nine months of 2022 alone,\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhtsa.gov\/press-releases\/nhtsa-estimates-traffic-deaths-2022-third-quarter#:~:text=The%20National%20Highway%20Traffic%20Safety,the%20same%20time%20in%202021.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">31,785 people perished in traffic crashes<\/a>. Crashes are also costly. In 2019, they cost U.S. taxpayers\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhtsa.gov\/press-releases\/traffic-crashes-cost-america-billions-2019#:~:text=Traffic%20crashes%20cost%20taxpayers%20%2430,household%20in%20the%20United%20States.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$30 billion<\/a>, which comes to roughly $230 in added taxes for every American household annually.<\/p>\n<p>If you or a loved one is injured in a car accident, consider speaking with an experienced\u00a0<a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/motor-vehicle-accidents-plaintiff\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">car accident attorney<\/a> about your claim. 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