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Types of Truck Accident Injuries

10. Types of Truck Accident Injuries2Being inside a truck when an accident occurs doesn’t always result in serious injuries, as a truck is a much larger vehicle on the roads. However, the driver and passengers in a car can sustain serious injuries since the truck is so much larger. Even truck vs. truck accidents can cause the drivers and passengers in both vehicles to sustain serious injury.

Truck accidents are accidents where a lot of physical, emotional, and even monetary damages are done. That is why you need a highly qualified and experienced truck accident injury attorney in Philadelphia to file a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf and be your advocate. At Brotherly law, we have powerful advocates ready to hold the responsible party or parties accountable for the damages you have sustained.

Common Truck Accident Injuries

There are a number of common truck accident injuries that we here at Brotherly Law see our clients suffering from. Those injuries include:

  • Back and neck injuries – The back and neck are highly sensitive because of all of the nerves that exist in these areas. That is why a serious back injury can lead to paralysis and the need for surgeries. Many individuals suffer from chronic pain due to back injuries. Neck injuries, such as whiplash, can be hidden for long periods of time and then appear later as a highly debilitating condition.
  • Head injuries – Head trauma can be life-changing because damage to the brain can change a person’s quality of life for the rest of their life. Brain injuries can lead to changes in mental capacity, motor skills, and speech. Even something as typical as a concussion can lead to more serious issues. Some people are never the same after a head injury.
  • Broken bones – Almost everyone suffers a broken bone at some point in their life, but the broken bones sustained in a truck accident can be so severe that they lead to the need for multiple surgeries, infections, and short-term or even long-term disability that can lead to financial hardships.
  • Rib and torso injuries – Because of the airbag or the vehicle being hit so hard that it collapses in on a person, rib and torso injuries are common. In fact, broken ribs in a car accident happen often.
  • Cuts and bruises – Cuts and bruises happen to people every day, but the deep lacerations that can occur in a truck accident are different. The same goes for the deep bruises that can be very painful and take time to heal.

Main Causes of Injuries in Truck Crashes

10. Types of Truck Accident Injuries1While the accident itself is a cause of the injuries, there are specifics that contribute. For instance, you can have a seatbelt injury. Although a seatbelt is supposed to protect you from injury, it can bruise you and also contribute to whiplash because of how it holds the body stationery during the accident.

Another cause for injury is the airbag. The airbag is deployed at a high speed, which can cause a broken nose or a broken jaw. A person who wears glasses could experience cuts and eye injuries. Airbag injuries are fairly common in car accidents where the airbag deploys.

More or less, anything from the gear shift to the steering wheel can contribute to the severity of injuries in a car accident. Sometimes, the vehicle manufacturer or the manufacturer of a specific element can be held accountable if that component didn’t contribute to the saving of your life. While an airbag can cause injury, the airbag can be what prevents serious brain trauma. Your attorney can discuss the specifics with you while reviewing your case.

Let a Truck Accident Injury Attorney in Philadelphia Help You

Truck accidents can result in life altering injuries that require a lot of surgeries, medications, and therapy. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a truck accident, it is your right to seek the compensation you deserve. With the help of a qualified attorney, a strong case can be built so that you have a greater chance of securing meaningful compensation. To learn more about the options available to you, call Brotherly Law today at 215-545-8500 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.

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