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Neck Injuries From San Diego, California Auto Accident
Neck injuries are very common in San Diego auto accidents and often take days or even weeks before the injured driver begins to feel that something is wrong. This makes it difficult to be sure what caused the neck pain if it does not surface until days later.
How Whiplash Manifests
Whiplash manifests itself in different ways, such as a stiff, painful neck,
headaches, upper back and shoulder pain, and fatigue. For anyone injured in a car accident who has experienced whiplash as a result of the collision, even if you feel fine, seek medical attention right away. Seeking medical care quickly is the best way to avoid the risk of injuries becoming even more serious.
Symptoms displayed by the body after being in a San Diego auto accident most often center around the spine. In disturbing the spine, the upper neck is directly affected and can result in various symptoms, such as:
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Numbness and/or tingling in the arms
- Headaches, most often originating at the base of the skull
- The range of motion for the neck is decreased or absent
- The pain in the neck gets worse when the neck is moved
- Pain and/or tenderness in the arms, upper back, or shoulder
- Anxiety or depression manifests itself
- Difficulty sleeping
- Vision is blurred
- Issues with memory
- Ringing in the ears
- Irritability
- Inability to concentrate for long
The C1 Atlas and its Relevance to Whiplash
The impact of a car accident involves the whole body, Whiplash injuries involve the musculoskeletal system. The C1 also referred to as the Atlas, is the top bone in the neck, the upper cervical spine. Being involved in a collision can knock this bone out of alignment. An out of place Atlas bone is called an Atlas subluxation and causes the head to tilt to one side, your pelvis to distort and twist and, one shoulder to be higher than the other.
When injured, the tissues in the fragile neck, which include ligaments, muscles, and, tendons rip and tear as the neck whips and jolts forward and backward. Over time, as the rips and tears start to heal, scar tissue forms. Having the neck aligned after an accident can prevent it from becoming permanently locked out of place and let the healing continue. Whiplash is a serious injury, but there are many myths surrounding it.
Whiplash Neck Injury Myths
There are many common whiplash myths that have arisen over time as people often do not understand the nature of what is also called a “silent and unseen” injury. Those myths include, but are not limited to:
- The crash only resulted in soft tissue injuries
- Whiplash injuries do not affect the lower back
- There was minor damage to the vehicle which means little or no injuries for the driver and passengers
- No one complained at the time of the accident, so the injury is minor
- Whiplash is like a soft tissue injury and can heal fully in 6-8 weeks
- Whiplash injuries rarely require more than two months or so of chiropractic treatment to realign the spine
- It is a minor injury but the claimant wants a large settlement and the symptoms are likely to vanish after settlement
- High head restraints mean it is virtually impossible for whiplash to happen because the neck cannot be hyperextended
- The claimant had preexisting degenerative disc disease in that area and the pain is due to that condition and not related to whiplash
Recent Neck Injury Settlements in San Diego, California
Neck injuries are common in car accidents and can lead to chronic pain, limited mobility, and a long recovery process. At Levinson Law Group, we specialize in securing compensation for victims of neck injuries, ensuring they receive the necessary treatment and financial support for a full recovery. Below are some of our recent settlements for clients suffering from neck injuries.
$380,000 Neck Injury Settlement in San Diego
In March 2024, we represented a client rear-ended on the freeway during heavy traffic. The impact caused a severe neck injury, resulting in chronic pain and migraines. Our client required Botox injections as part of their treatment plan. After an initial offer of $23,400, we fought for our client and secured a $380,000 settlement, providing the necessary financial resources for continued care and recovery.
$55,000 Car Accident Settlement for Neck Injury in Carlsbad
On August 22, 2024, our client was involved in a car accident where another driver made a left turn in front of them. The collision caused a concussion, inner ear injury, and injuries to the neck, shoulder, and back. Although the injuries were treated with physical therapy and rehabilitation, we successfully negotiated a $55,000 settlement to cover medical costs and pain and suffering.
$25,000 Neck Injury Settlement After Right-Hand Turn in Carlsbad
In August 2024, our client was involved in a car accident when another driver made a right-hand turn directly into the left front of their vehicle. The accident caused a neck injury that required physical therapy for recovery. We secured a $25,000 settlement, ensuring our client received compensation for their medical bills and recovery process.
Contact The Neck Injury Lawyers in San Diego, California at The Levinson Law Group Today
If you or a loved one were involved in a car accident and sustained a neck injury, reach out to the Levinson Law Group attorneys right away. At the Levinson Law Group, our dedicated team of car accident lawyers is here to help. If you have questions about the recovery process, we can answer them. We make sure you are informed so you can make the best decision for yourself and your family.
When you decide to work with the Levinson Law Group, we are in your corner throughout the entire process. To learn more about your options, call the Levinson Law Group at 760-827-1700. We accept cases on a contingent fee. That means that if there is no recovery in your case, you pay no fee. And in most cases, we even advance the costs.
