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Back Injuries from a Car Accident in Massachusetts – What To Do
Car accidents in Massachusetts often result in severe injuries, often including back injuries. Attorney Tracy Paulsen of Massachusetts Personal Injury Firm Rightful Legal can help you recover money from your back injury. Back injuries, aside from being painful and debilitating, can severely limit your ability to enjoy your life.
Although there have been significant safety developments in cars and on the highways, accidents are still occurring, and people are still getting injured. One of the most common injuries resulting from car crashes that we routinely come across at Rightful Legal are back injuries. These injuries may present themselves right away, or can show up weeks or months after the motor vehicle crash. The treatment for back injuries can go on for months, if not years, and result in costly medical bills and out-of-pocket expenses. This is why it is important to contact an experienced Massachusetts Back Injury Attorney at Rightful Legal, to ensure that you collect a fair and equitable settlement for your injury.
WARNING SIGNS THAT A BACK INJURY HAS OCCURRED:
After a car crash, any form of back pain, discomfort or irregular symptoms should be treated seriously. If you are experiencing general body pain, tingling sensations, body stiffness, muscle spasms, muscle fatigue, neck pain or difficulty walking, you should consult a doctor immediately. These are often initial signals from your body that a more severe injury has occurred. Be aware that it can take a while for back injuries to manifest and for the symptoms to show up.
WHAT TYPES OF BACK INJURIES ARE CAUSED BY CAR ACCIDENTS?
There are many different types of injuries that can be caused by a motor vehicle accident. In Massachusetts these are some of the most common injuries that we come across in victim’s who are trying to seek compensation:
- Whiplash
- Herniated discs
- Lumbar Sprains
- Spinal Stenosis
- Fractured Vertebrae
- Thoracic spine injuries
SUCCEEDING ON A BACK INJURY CLAIM IN MASSACHUSETTS:
To succeed on a back injury claim in Massachusetts, you will need to meet the requirements of the four fundamental elements of negligence. These elements form the basis for demonstrating fault in a car crash case and include the following:
- Duty of care;
- Breach of duty;
- Causation; and
- Injury.
To support your arguments regarding each of the four essential elements of negligence, it is necessary to present evidence. This evidence can take many different forms, and consist of physical evidence, photographs and videos, medical documents, and expert testimony.
Note that there may be limitations on the compensation you can recover after suffering back injuries. Also, Massachusetts has a three-year statute of limitations that typically starts to run on the date of the accident. If you do not file a lawsuit before this deadline expires, you are forever barred from obtaining monetary damages.
It is important to take action immediately following the accident and call a Massachusetts Car Accident Attorney. Our team of Massachusetts Personal Injury Attorneys will help you navigate this difficult process and help you obtain the justice and compensation you deserve for the injuries you suffered.
WHAT ARE THE DAMAGES AVAILABLE FOR A BACK INJURY CLAIM?
In Massachusetts, the damages and compensation for a back injury claim can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case and the extent of the injury. The most common types of damages are as follows:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Rehabilitation and therapy
- Loss of life enjoyment
- Punitive damages
Understanding what your injury is worth is half the battle, therefore, it is important for a highly skilled legal expert to evaluate your damages. Our experienced Massachusetts personal injury attorneys at Rightful Legal, know how to value your claim. We also have been working with insurance companies for years and understand the tactics they use to try and limit their liability and offer less than your injuries merit. Remember, the insurance companies are not at your side, and their goal is to pay you the least amount possible. Attorney Tracy Paulsen and her team are skilled and adept at fighting back against insurance giants to get you the best settlement possible and. We are not afraid to take your claim to court.
WHY HIRING A BACK INJURY ATTORNEY IN MASSACHUSETTS IS IMPORTANT:
WHY HIRING A BACK INJURY ATTORNEY IN MASSACHUSETTS IS IMPORTANT:
If you have suffered a back injury due to a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts, it is important that you gather information and are informed about your rights and options involving compensation. Your best source of information can be a consultation with an experienced Massachusetts Car Accident Attorney.
Attorney Paulsen and her team at Rightful Legal have extensive experience helping victims of motor vehicle accidents secure fair compensation. When you have Rightful Legal on your side you will be protected and prepared, and you can concentrate on the most important thing: Your Recovery.
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