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THE MOST COMMON CATASTROPHIC INJURIES IN CAR ACCIDENTS
How Serious Crashes Cause Serious Injuriesnealefhima.com
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VEHICLE CRASHES CAN CHANGE LIVES FOREVERNo one expects to be involved in a vehicle crash. While most drivers don’t take safety for granted, they do assume that they’ll make it to their destination unscathed. Unfortunately, millions of Americans suffer injuries in vehicle crashes every year. While many of these injuries are minor, several of them lead to hospitalization and, in some case, death. In the pages that follow, we’ll look at some of the most serious injuries people suffer in vehicle crashes.
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WHAT IS A CATASTROPHIC INJURY?
“Catastrophic injury” is a term used to describe a significant, life-altering injury. While some interpretations of the term limit the definition to traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries (both of which we’ll address in the pages that follow), we will also include other devastating injuries, such as organ damage, burns and loss of limbs.
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TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES Traumatic brain injuries are caused by a blow or jolt to the head.
Concussions are considered “mild” traumatic brain injuries.
Brain injuries can impact a person’s memory, speech, learning and many other processes.
Vehicle crashes are the third leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in the United States.
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SPINAL CORD INJURIESSpinal cord injuries often come in the form of vertebrae fractures, and the results can be disastrous for victims.
Spinal cord injuries can be painful, expensive and lead to serious complications, such as paralysis.
Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries.
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INTERNAL INJURIES Internal injuries are incredibly dangerous because they impact basic bodily functions and are often difficult to detect immediately following a crash.
Common examples of internal injuries include internal bleeding and organ damage.
When there is significant internal bleeding or organ damage, it can trigger a series of organ failures, leading to shock and, potentially, death.
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AMPUTATION OR LOSS OF LIMBSAmputations are often the result of traumatic accidents, such as vehicle crashes.
The loss of a limb can severely limit a person’s ability to work and diminish their quality of life.
Amputations are also costly for victims, leading to ongoing medical expenses and loss of future income.
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BURNSBurns are some of the most excruciating and expensive injuries a person can suffer.
A serious burn injury can cause disfigurement, disability and death.
When a vehicle catches fire after a crash, occupants often suffer second- or third-degree burns over a large portion of their body.
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THE COSTS OF SERIOUS INJURIES IN VEHICLE CRASHES The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that, in one year, American crash-related injuries cost a total of $18 billion in lifetime medical costs.
Those injuries also total $33 billion in loss of work. An emergency room visit from a car crash costs a person an average of $3,300.
Hospitalization from a car crash costs a person an average of $57,000.
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HOW THESE INJURIES HAPPENAround 94% of vehicle crashes are caused by human error. Common examples of vehicle crash causes include: Drunk driving Distracted driving Drowsy driving Speeding (traveling too fast for conditions) Other reckless driving practices, such as shifting lanes without signaling or failing to yield or stop at traffic lights.
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WHAT CAN YOU DO IF INJURED BY A NEGLIGENT DRIVER?When someone suffers serious injuries because of a negligent driver, they have legal options. A victim can file a personal injury claim to recover the costs associated with their injury, including medical bills, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering. Family members who have lost a loved one due to a negligent driver can take legal action through wrongful death claims to receive payment for lost income, medical bills and end-of-life costs.
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CONTACT NEALE & FHIMA TO LEARN MOREIf you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury in a vehicle crash, contact Neale & Fhima to learn more about your options. We fight for our clients to make sure they get the payment they deserve. Visit our website or give us a call at 888-568-5405 to schedule a free consultation of your case.
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