Being injured in a collision you didn’t cause is a traumatic experience. Unfortunately, you could have to deal with grave consequences for months, years, or even the rest of your life if your injuries are severe.
At Max Meyers Law, our experienced Washington car accident lawyer is committed to fighting hard for all the compensation you deserve and need to deal with the long-term effects of serious injuries. Our entire team is dedicated to protecting your rights, and we won’t give up until we’ve done all we can to get you the best settlement with the insurance company of the responsible party.
Long-Term Pain and Physical Limitations of Car Accident Injuries
You may not realize all the consequences of being injured in a car crash caused by a negligent driver until it happens to you. It’s often devastating to cope with all these changes in your life, especially if you’ve been healthy and haven’t had to deal with chronic illness before the collision. Here are just a few long-term physical ramifications many of our clients experience.
Whiplash
Whiplash is a common car accident injury caused by the neck being jerked back and forth during impact. You could experience neck stiffness, chronic pain, movement limitations, and headaches. While you may make a full recovery, you might have to deal with these symptoms for months or a year or longer after the collision.
Spinal Cord Injuries
If your spinal cord is damaged, you could become partially or completely paralyzed. Repercussions often include the loss of feeling in your limbs, the inability to move without assistive aids, loss of bowel and bladder movements, respiratory problems, and more. You’ll likely need help with medical and daily needs for the rest of your life.
Back Injuries
Herniated or ruptured disks and other injuries to the spine and back are also common injuries caused by car accidents. You may need long-term pain management and physical therapy to cope with chronic pain and the ways your injuries limit your mobility.
Knee, Hip, and Shoulder Injuries
If you suffer tears or strains in the ligaments or joints in your hips and pelvis, shoulders, or knees, you could develop a chronic condition requiring ongoing medical care, including multiple surgeries, and limitations to your ability to work and care for daily needs.
Cognitive Impairments You Could Suffer After a Washington Car Accident
Another life-altering car accident consequence is cognitive impairments due to a concussion or a traumatic brain injury. Many people experience:
- Memory loss
- Difficulty concentrating
- Problems with decision making and problem solving
- Limitations in mobility
- Loss of vision and sight
Depending on how severe your symptoms are, you may become permanently disabled and may need home health care or personal aid to help with your daily activities.
Psychological Trauma You Could Experience
It’s quite possible to also suffer emotional and mental complications related to coping with your injuries, chronic pain, and the reduction in your quality of life. It can be devastating to have your life change so dramatically after your car accident, especially if you have been relatively healthy up until now. Here are some emotional consequences you may suddenly experience:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Panic attacks
- Anger
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
Financial Long-Term Effects of Car Accident Injuries
The economic impact of suffering life-altering injuries is often overwhelming. Medical bills for your ongoing treatments will start coming in and quickly become expensive. When you have a serious injury, you’ll have these additional expenses throughout your life.
In addition, while you’re off work recovering, you won’t have a paycheck to cover these or monthly expenses. Unfortunately, if your injuries are severe enough, you may never be able to work again. It could take years to dig out of this complex financial situation if you don’t get the economic and non-economic damages you deserve from the negligent driver’s insurance company.
Our Experienced Washington Car Accident Lawyer Is Ready to Help
At Max Meyers Law, we understand the long-term car accident consequences you face when you suffer a severe injury in a car crash. Max will fight with the insurer in pursuit of a settlement that covers your past and future medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages so you receive the medical treatments you need and have the income to take care of yourself and your family now and in the future.
