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Lake Zurich, Illinois Car Accident Lawyers
Newland & Newland was a great asset to utilize after my car accident. Attorneys Gary Newland and Erin Adamski provided excellent support and care to my case!...
Attorneys Addressing Driver Negligence and Car Accident Injuries in Lake Zurich
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When driving, nobody expects to be involved in a collision. However, car accidents happen every day, and they often occur without warning. The aftermath of an accident can affect nearly every part of a person's life. A person may struggle to deal with physical injuries, medical debts, a loss of income while they are unable to work, and emotional difficulties that can affect them long after their wounds have healed. Fortunately, there are steps that can be taken to address these issues and obtain compensation for the damages caused by an accident.
At Newland & Newland, LLP, our attorneys work with car accident victims in Lake Zurich and the surrounding suburbs. We understand the best steps to take to protect our clients' rights and help them obtain compensation from negligent drivers. We can make sure insurance claims will be handled correctly, and we can negotiate settlements or take legal action to maximize the amount of compensation our clients can receive.
The Impact of a Car Accident
The bodily harm that can take place in a car crash can be serious. However, the effects of a collision can go well beyond the physical injuries a person suffers, and they may include:
Financial Consequences
The losses that may occur because of a serious car accident can add up quickly. Emergency room visits, hospital stays, surgeries, follow-up appointments, and physical therapy will all carry significant price tags. If an injury prevents a person from working, the loss of income will add to their financial burden. In cases where injuries result in permanent disabilities, the financial impact can last for a person's entire lifetime.
Emotional and Psychological Effects
It is common for car accident survivors to experience anxiety, depression, and a fear of driving. These effects can be just as serious as physical injuries, even though they do not show up on an X-ray. People who have been through serious collisions may have difficulty sleeping and trouble concentrating at work, and the effects of their injuries may also lead to relationship issues with family members and friends.
Disruption to Daily Life
A car accident can disrupt a person's everyday routines. Serious injuries may prevent a person from being able to care for their children, perform household tasks, participate in recreational activities, or get from place to place without assistance. The loss of a normal life may be addressed in a car accident claim along with physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial losses.
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Types of Injuries in Car Accidents
The severity of the injuries in a car accident may depend on many factors, including the speed of the vehicles involved, the angle of impact, and whether safety features like seat belts and airbags provided protection. Some injuries may be immediately obvious, and others may emerge over hours, days, or weeks as a person discovers the long-term effects of a collision. Injuries that can affect a person's life after a car accident include:
Traumatic Brain Injuries
During a collision, a person may strike their head on a steering wheel, windshield, door frame, headrest, or other objects. This can lead to a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which can have multiple types of long-term effects. Symptoms may include loss of memory, problems with speaking or understanding language, personality changes, chronic headaches, dizziness, vision or hearing loss, and more.
Spinal Cord Injuries and Back Injuries
The spine may absorb a great deal of energy during a collision, and this may result in spinal fractures, herniated discs, or other injuries affecting the back and spine. A spinal cord injury can result in quadriplegia, paraplegia, or other forms of paralysis. Other types of back injuries may also cause chronic pain and limited mobility that may affect a person's ability to work and enjoy daily activities.
Whiplash and Soft Tissue Injuries
A collision may cause a person's neck to suddenly snap forward and backward or from side to side. This can strain muscles, ligaments, and tendons, and it may result in nerve damage. Symptoms such as neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and difficulty moving the arms and shoulders may last for an extended period of time.
Broken Bones
The force of a collision can break bones throughout the body. Fractures can occur in the wrists, arms, and hands when a person braces for an impact. Rib fractures can occur in head-on collisions and T-bone crashes. Leg and pelvis fractures can also occur, and they may require surgery and extended rehabilitation.
Internal Injuries
The injuries that occur in a car accident may not be visible on the surface. Internal bleeding and organ damage can occur in some cases, and a person's liver, spleen, kidneys, lungs, heart, intestines, or other organs may be affected. Internal injuries can be life-threatening, and they can result in long-term health issues.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Zurich Car Accident Cases
An investigation may be performed to determine who was at fault for a car accident. In many cases, accidents are caused by driver negligence, and a person who was speeding, driving while distracted, or engaging in other unsafe behaviors will be at fault. Police reports, traffic camera footage, physical evidence at the scene of an accident, and analyses by accident reconstruction experts may help determine fault.
In many cases, insurers will contact people after car accidents and offer quick settlements. They may hope to close claims quickly and minimize the amounts of payouts. It is important to speak with our attorneys before accepting any settlement offer from an insurance company. We will help to negotiate a settlement that fully considers the damages you have suffered and ensure that you will receive the compensation you deserve.
All drivers are required to have liability insurance. However, some people may not have the proper coverage, and if they cause an accident, a victim may be unsure about what forms of compensation may be available. In these situations, our lawyers can help injury victims obtain uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, which is available under their own insurance policies.
Contact Our Lake Zurich, IL Car Accident Attorneys
A car accident can affect your life in many ways. By taking the right steps after an accident, you can obtain financial compensation that will address your financial losses, physical injuries, emotional trauma, and other damages. At Newland & Newland, LLP, we can help you understand your rights and take action to obtain the compensation you deserve. Contact our Lake Zurich car accident injury lawyers at 847-797-8000 to arrange your free consultation.
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