Common Washington DC Car Crash Injuries

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A car collision can cause significant injuries to virtually any part of the human body. The following are some of the most common Washington DC car crash injuries suffered in motor vehicle accidents:

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)

Car accidents are a formidable cause of TBI, an injury where brain damage occurs from a piercing injury or blow to the head.

Spinal cord injuries and paralysis 

A crash’s impact and torque on the body can cause long-term disability from damage or harm to the spinal cord. The effect on the spinal cord can be partial or total paralysis.

Back Injuries

The human spine may sustain significant injury from a collision’s impact. Therefore, back injuries commonly result from motor vehicle accidents. Back injuries may not be readily apparent after a crash. Always seek the advice of a medical professional to ensure no substantial harm occurred.

Burns

Vehicles sometimes catch on fire after a crash. Or, your skin could come in contact with hot surfaces, steam, fluid, or chemicals, resulting in burns. Severe burns may require surgery and skin grafts.

Internal injuries

When a crash forces an object into your body or your body is hit by flying debris, you may sustain damage to internal organs. Internal bleeding from this injury often requires emergency medical treatment.

Fractures and broken bones

Broken ribs, legs, ankles, wrists, and arms frequently occur in motor vehicle accidents. Some car accident victims may suffer a broken spine, neck, or pelvis.

Limb loss and amputation

An appendage may be severed in a crash or damaged severely enough to require amputation, resulting in permanent disabling effects on the accident victim.

Neck injuries and whiplash

Whiplash is an injury to the neck’s soft tissue that can happen in a car accident, especially if the victim is rear-ended. Even low-speed collisions can cause whiplash, Severe spinal disk injury or cervical spine dislocation can also occur.

Knee injuries

Knees can be easily injured in motor vehicle crashes when they are forced into any vehicle part by the impact — bruises, fractures, cartilage tears, and more can result.

Toe, foot, ankle, wrist, finger, and hand injuries

Strains, sprains, and fractures of these appendages are common in car accidents.

Shoulder and arm injuries

Shoulder and arm injuries can result from the force of impact after bracing the hands against the steering wheel or dashboard in a crash.

Lacerations, bruises, and “road rash”

All of these happen commonly in car collisions. Broken glass, flying objects, and torn metal can cause lacerations. Bruises result from impacts. Road rash is abrasion resulting from skidding on pavement or concrete.

Crush injuries

In severe accidents, crush injuries can occur when your body is caught between two objects being pushed together by the impact’s force. The resulting injury can be as minor as bruising and lacerations or as severe as internal damage to organs, muscles, tissues, and bones.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Car accident wounds can be psychological, too. Mental and emotional injuries can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder, severely hindering an accident victim. 

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If you have suffered injuries in an accident caused by someone else, it is essential to consult with a knowledgeable personal injury attorney.

A lawyer can work to obtain fair compensation for you through negotiation or, if necessary, through litigation. For an assessment, contact a personal injury attorney in your local area today.

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