A Maine car accident can happen at any time, leaving you or a loved one with a serious injury. The results can be catastrophic and result in a lifetime of pain and suffering. You might find yourself with a debilitating injury that can keep you from being able to play with your kids or unable to perform your duties at work. You might be wondering what your rights are.
The types of car accident injuries are limitless and can affect every part of your body. Five of the most common types include:
Brain and head injuries are some of the most serious. Whether it’s a mild concussion or a traumatic brain injury (TBI), a head injury could leave you with permanent damage that can affect the rest of your life. In some instances, physical signs of trauma are not initially apparent. You may not experience symptoms until weeks after your accident. It’s important to seek medical attention as soon as possible if you have experienced an impact to your head, especially since a TBI can be fatal.
A neck injury is another common type of car accident injury. A neck injury can include:
Your body can experience tremendous torque due to the impact of a collision. This can result in a serious back injury, such as a:
Similar to other types of car accident injuries, symptoms may not appear right away.
During a collision, your face is at risk of making contact with the windshield, side window, steering wheel, and dashboard. This can result in a serious face injury. Face injuries range from scrapes and bruises, lacerations, fractures, dental injuries, and disfigurement.
Not all car accident injuries are limited to physical injuries. You might be the victim of a short- or long-term psychological injury such as emotional distress or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Psychological injuries can be just as serious and impact the rest of your life.
No matter the type of injury, you might be able to hold the other party responsible for your damages. An experienced Maine motor vehicle accident attorney can help you build your case and get you the settlement that you and your family deserve.
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If you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident, contact one of our experienced Maine motor vehicle accident attorneys at Lowry & Associates at (888) 485-9501.
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