Memphis Injury Lawyer Blog

I have found through the years as a Memphis trial lawyer that many clients (and juries) fail to understand just how devastating a so called "whiplash" injury can be. Many crashes happen every day in Tennessee that result in a trip to a Shelby County doctor or hospital. Sadly, many victims of this injury fail to recognize until some later time, just how debilitating such an event can be. I can not tell you how many times that I have heard,"Well its only a whiplash." I hope that you will take a moment to watch the following video. If you fail to cringe while seeing this impact, then you are a stronger person than I.

This diagram illustrates the "common areas" where a victim feels discomfort. However, the Signs & Symptoms of Neck Injuries are far more revealing. Many persons have pain in the front of the neck, jaw and even the front of the shoulders as well. Pain in the center of the chest is a well documented result of impact from your own seat belt strap. Needless to say, short of never getting into a car, these crashes have become a part of everyday life. However, as the following video demonstrates, your choice of vehicle can make a substantial difference in the outcome for you as a driver or passenger.

If your car is more "crash worthy" than others, you may do far better than in a car that is not designed to withstand the inevitable accident. If you are injured, do not listen to anyone who advises you not to seek immediate medical attention. After you are being treated there will be plenty of time to consider your legal rights concerning the accident and the safety -or lack of safety- of your own vehicle. Protecting your future is important, but seeking prompt and competent medical care has to come before all else.