Car accidents have the potential to be traumatic experiences, and every individual reacts differently to one. Some are affected mentally for long periods after a crash, and their daily lives are impacted by the difficulties that follow.
In addition to mental suffering, accidents cause physical damage. Some injuries are immediately apparent, while others take time to present themselves. Some, such as traumatic brain injuries, may also require specialized equipment to detect.
If you or a loved one were injured in a car wreck, call Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 for a free consultation with an experienced car accident attorney.
Common Injuries with Delayed Symptoms
Aside from the physical injuries that are immediately noticeable after an accident (such as broken or dislocated bones), here are just some of the most common delayed injuries people suffer resulting from an accident:
- Spinal injuries
- Head injuries
- Whiplash
- Sprains and bruises
- Mental ailments
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The symptoms of those delayed injuries can include the following:
- Back or neck pain
- Muscle strain and stiffness
- Numbness in limbs, hands, or feet
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Difficulty sleeping
- Difficulty waking up
- Blurry vision
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Difficulty remembering
- Memory loss
- Sensitivity to light
- Sensitivity to loud noises
- Behavioral changes
- Personality changes
If your delayed injury or symptom is not on these lists, that does not mean you are ineligible for compensation. Speak with a personal injury attorney to learn about your chances of recovery from your car accident.
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The time it takes for your symptoms to go away after a car accident can vary based on the type of injury you received. Unfortunately, your pain might continue indefinitely or even worsen without proper treatment after the crash.
You may have experienced a back injury, such as a herniated disc, sprain, or whiplash. The pain from a herniated disc can persist for about six weeks; sprain symptoms can last two weeks, and whiplash could affect you for three months.
Headaches from the jerking motion of the car accident can develop a week later and persist for three or more months after the accident. Sometimes, headaches indicate you suffered a concussion, and you could experience other persistent post-concussive symptoms.
Stomach pain could indicate you have suffered a serious injury. It can be caused by blunt abdominal trauma or even seat belts and worsen if untreated. Stomach pain can lead to the discovery of an injury such as internal bleeding and require emergency treatment.
Emotional or psychological injuries are often the most overlooked injuries caused by car accidents, but they can be the most severe. symptoms can creep up anytime after the accident, sometimes weeks or months afterward.
It is important to realize the signs of emotional damage and not dismiss the symptoms as stress-related. Changes in your daily life, such as difficulty sleeping, mood swings, trouble concentrating, general fatigue, or memory loss, can be signs of emotional damage and require medical treatment.
Emotional damage is not always thought to be caused by a car accident, but it can lead to a loss in quality of life. These injuries require as much treatment as physical injury and should not be overlooked.
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Each state has its own rules regarding the amount of time you have to make a claim after you have been injured in an accident. These rules are called statutes of limitation.
For personal injury claims, the timer starts on the day of your accident. From then, you have a set amount of time (two years for many states) to bring your personal injury claim against the person who caused the accident. If you fail to meet the deadline, you might miss your chance of recovery.
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Delayed symptoms from a car accident are common and can be missed by the victim. If you notice any of these physical or mental symptoms after your accident, you may want to see a doctor for treatment and consult with a personal injury attorney near you to assess the strength of your claim against the other driver.
At Zinda Law Group, our car accident attorneys have helped thousands of crash victims recover compensation for medical bills, property damage, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. We will fight tirelessly to protect your legal rights as we help you seek the maximum recovery available. Furthermore, as one of our clients, you will pay nothing unless we win your case; it’s our No Win, No Fee Guarantee.
Our attorneys understand the common car accident injuries that have delayed symptoms. Call Zinda Law Group today at (800) 863-5312 to receive your free consultation with one of our experienced car accident lawyers.
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