Whiplash Injuries Atlanta, GA

The colorful name belies just how serious a whiplash injury can be. Whiplash occurs when the head is violently thrown back and forth, with the neck acting in a whip fashion. Whiplash is very common in a rear-end car crash, when someone is hit suddenly from behind, but it can happen in similar types of accidents, including a slip-and-fall or even an accident.

Victims of whiplash deserve compensation for the pain of the injury and the medical care (which can include surgery) required to treat it and restore them to health. At Council & Associates, LLC, we represent people who have suffered Atlanta, GA whiplash injuries, no matter the cause. Our team of skilled personal injury lawyers builds a claim for compensation for each client, fighting to have their voice heard and for fair compensation for all their losses.

If you’ve suffered a whiplash injury, you don’t have to fight alone. Call us today for a free consultation from one of our lawyers.

Atlanta Whiplash Injuries Can Change Your Life

A whiplash injury refers to the tearing and overextension of the muscles, ligaments, and tendons that connect your head to your shoulders, usually centering around the neck. When your body is violently propelled backward and forward, like would happen if you were rear-ended in your car, your neck is overextended.

Some whiplash victims suffer brain trauma, as well, especially if they were hit at a high rate of speed. The brain collides with the skull's interior, damaging brain tissue and sometimes causing swelling or bleeding.

The neck muscles may be strained or sprained, and the tendons and ligaments stretched beyond their natural range. Your body may naturally repair your neck muscles, but fixing damaged tendons and ligaments is more complex. Many people require surgery or months of painful rehabilitation after a whiplash. Many more are left with chronic pain, a limited range of motion, and a diminished quality of life.

Your Legal Rights After An Accident

Victims of an accident that causes whiplash have the right to seek compensation from the party that caused the accident and their resulting injuries. Medical care for whiplash injuries can be invasive and expensive, as can pain management as you heal.

Your ability to work or care for your family will also likely be impacted. People in chronic pain may find it harder to concentrate on jobs or school assignments. Your range of motion could also be compromised; you could be unable to turn your head in one or both directions, which can affect your ability to drive and do other daily tasks.

A settlement or jury award for your losses can help pay for your medical care and support you while you’re unable to work. It can also help bridge the gap between your past earning potential and what you can earn after a debilitating injury. Our Atlanta, GA car accident lawyer can help you get the money you need to heal and move on.

Legal Advocacy From Skilled Atlanta Personal Injury Attorneys

Have you been injured in a car collision or other accident and suffered a neck, back, or spine injury? Council & Associates, LLC, is on your side. We fight for victims' rights, including the right to full and fair compensation for all their losses. Our firm offers a free case review with a personal injury lawyer; call us today to schedule yours.