Plantation auto accidents can happen to anyone. It can be the result of another driver or a hazardous road condition. Whatever is the cause of a Florida car crash, a person can be injured. There are many common car accident injuries that can happen. It can be a head and brain jury, neck injury, spinal cord or back injury or broken bones.
There are other common Plantation auto accident injuries that include:
Facial Injuries can happen as the result of broken glass or by hitting the steering wheel or dashboard. An airbag can cut and severely bruise or break facial bones. Hitting the windshield or side window can cause a facial injury. Even a seatbelt can cause facial damage.
Some of the injuries can range in severity. The injuries can include cuts, scrapes and bruises. Fractures to the facial bones and lacerations can result from the auto accident. Serious dental injuries and problems of the jaw such as Temporomandibular (TMJ) can happen. TMJ can happen with an impact to the jaw or the head being thrown forward and backward similar to a whiplash.
Internal Injuries can be fatal. Damage to the internal organs such as kidneys, spleen, liver, lungs or heart can occur. Broken ribs can puncture the lungs and other internal organs.
If a person involved in a car crash has internal injuries they usually require hospital treatment. The recovery is usually slow, and sometimes there is permanent damage.
Because a Plantation auto accident can result in these serious injuries, it is important to contact an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
The cost of the medical care now and in the future can be high. You should seek compensation for loss of wages and other losses you may have due to the accident. In Broward County, with the help of a skilled personal injury lawyer, you may be able to file a claim and receive compensation for your injuries.
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