If you have been involved in an auto accident, even a minor one, our Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer may be able to assist you as you seek compensation for your injuries. Accidents can cause a broad spectrum of injuries from traumatic brain injuries to whiplash. These injuries can range from mild to severe, and some may be permanently disabling.

Soft-Tissue Injuries

In addition to the cuts and bruises that are typically caused by auto accidents, common injuries include soft-tissue injuries such as whiplash. A soft-tissue injury is an injury related to the connective tissues of the body, such as muscles, tendons and ligaments. Whiplash is a common injury to the soft tissues in the neck. Whiplash is caused when the tissues stretch and flex suddenly and violently. Soft-tissue injuries such as whiplash cause soreness and stiffness, but they can also cause limited range of motion in the affected area.

Traumatic Brain Injuries

These common and potentially devastating injuries may be caused by a blow to the head, such as striking your head against the windshield or steering wheel. They can also be caused when the brain moves quickly inside the skull, such as when the head violently moves forward on impact, causing the brain to strike against the skull. Traumatic brain injuries are often associated with whiplash injuries due to being caused by the same factors in many cases. This trauma causes the soft tissue of the brain to bruise, tear or swell. Mild traumatic brain injuries often resolve themselves in the days and weeks after an accident, but severe injuries may result in permanent brain damage. Our Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer may be able to help you determine whether your injuries qualify for compensation.

Other Injuries

Other injuries may include disc injuries and internal injuries such as ruptured organs. Mental and emotional injuries are also possible. Mental and emotional injuries can include anxiety, depression, panic attacks and even post-traumatic stress disorder. These are all injuries that you may be able to receive compensation for with the help of a Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer.

Contact a Pennsylvania Personal Injury Lawyer

For more information on how a Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer might be able to help you, contact the law offices of Neal S. Axe LLC at (866) 414-3380.