Traffic accidents can cause severe injuries. After all, you are in a vehicle that weighs over 4,000 pounds and you hit another vehicle of equal weight or higher, especially if it's a truck or semi-truck. The car accident attorneys at Murphy, Falcon & Murphy help those who have been victims of a car accident receive just compensation. Below, we'll take a look at the top injuries in traffic accidents. Schedule your free consultation today!
Soft Tissue Injuries
Soft tissue injuries are the most common types of injuries in a car accident. Soft tissues are your muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Soft tissues injuries range from bumps and bruises to whiplash (tendons are stretched in your neck) and muscle strains.
Scrapes and Cuts
Another common injury during a car accident is scrapes and cuts. This is due to flying objects, for the most part. From broken glass to objects inside your vehicle, the force of the impact puts these objects in motion which then hit a part of your body and cause some sort of damage.
Head Injuries, Including Traumatic Brain Injuries
Oftentimes during a car collision, a person's head hits part of the vehicle, causing injury to the brain. This can range from a mild concussion to permanent brain damage and even death. Furthermore, your brain does not have to hit an object to suffer damage; it can be jarred enough by simply moving around in the skull.
Chest Injuries
Chest injuries are common due to the make of an automobile. If you are wearing a seatbelt (hopefully you are), the seat belt itself can cause an injury to your chest, lungs, and ribs. Airbags can cause injury, as well as the steering wheel if you hit it hard enough. Your internal organs may be damaged, too.
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