New Port Richey Car Accident Whiplash Attorney
Neck pain after a car accident is a sure sign of injury. Whiplash is a significant injury which can leave someone unable to work or possibly even go outside. Contact our law firm if you suffered a neck injury in a crash which was not your fault. Our legal team can listen to you describe what happened and your medical diagnosis. Insurance adjusters often unfairly minimize whiplash as an injury. But we know better. Our firm can fight to obtain fair compensation in any personal injury case. Schedule your free consultation with a New Port Richey car accident whiplash attorney to help get you started.
How to Recover from Whiplash
Whiplash is a common injury in rear-end collisions, rollovers, and T-bone accidents. It is caused by the head whipping around to the point that soft tissues in the neck are torn or stretched. Whiplash usually affects the neck, but some victims will also notice pain in their shoulders or upper back.
The most common symptoms include:
- Neck stiffness
- Headaches
- Blurred vision
- Ringing in the ears
- Difficulty sleeping
- Confusion
- Trouble concentrating
Whiplash varies in severity, so your treatment will depend on the extent of injury. Mild whiplash might only need pain management, massage, and rest. Many victims can make a full recovery after 8 weeks. More serious whiplash can require surgery, especially if the vertebrae in the neck are damaged. A victim might struggle with symptoms for a year or longer.
Whiplash accident victims have many expenses related to their medical care and lost wages. It is not uncommon for moderate or severe whiplash to prevent a person from working for several months. They lose income at the same time that they have exploding medical expenses.
A lawyer is a big help when it comes to submitting a whiplash injury claim. The motorist who caused your crash should pay compensation to cover your medical expenses and other damages. Drivers in Florida first turn to their personal injury protection (PIP) insurance to cover some medical bills and replace a portion of their lost income. But PIP might not be enough. You might need to make a claim on the driver who is liable for the crash.
Our firm can help anyone suffering from neck pain. We will document the accident and analyze your ability to bring a claim against a driver.
Call Our New Port Richey Whiplash Car Accident Lawyer Today
Wendy Doyle-Palumbo is an experienced car accident attorney, who has distinguished herself with effective negotiation. She has stepped in to handle car accident cases for many clients over the past 30 years, and she stays on top of changes in Florida’s laws. If you are confused about whether you have a claim, contact our office to schedule a consultation.
Our New Port Richey car accident whiplash attorney can dive into the details and provide a summary of your legal rights. You deserve compensation when a negligent driver rams your car or forces you from the road. Let us hold these drivers accountable.