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Back Injuries

Back injuries are painful and can have long term debilitating effects on accident victims. If you have suffered a back injury in a traffic crash caused by someone else’s negligence, our Milwaukee car accident attorneys stand ready to help. At Gruber Law Offices, LLC, we provide our clients with experienced and aggressive representation.

Milwaukee Car Accident Lawyer: Back Injury Cases

The human body was not designed to take on the impact of a motor vehicle collision, even a low speed accident. Medline reports that a sudden jolt in a car accident can injure the back. The lower back is the most commonly injured area in a car accident.

According to WebMD, the back is composed of the spinal column, which includes the spinal cord, the vertebrae, and the shock absorbing discs that separate the vertebrae, ligaments, and muscles that hold the spine together. The force and trauma of a collision can damage any part of the back and cause severe injuries.

Causes and Types of Back Injuries in Car Accidents

Virtually any type of car accident can cause back injuries, from a minor “fenderbender” rear end collision to a head on collision at high speeds. The severity of the injuries can depend on a number of factors, including the type of vehicle, location of the impact (front, rear, driver’s side, passenger side), and speed at which the vehicles were travelling when they collided.

Common back injuries due to car accidents include:

Lumbar (lower back) injury: The fifth largest vertebrae and the strongest muscles in the back are located in the lumbar region. For that reason, sprains and strains in this area can be particularly painful. This type of injury can cause swelling, tenderness, bruising, and loss of mobility. This can seriously affect a victim’s ability to engage in normal daily activities.
Thoracic (upper back) injury: The thoracic area of the spine is connected to the chest region and the ribs. Injuries in this area can be a serious matter. High-speed crashes can cause fractures and sprains in parts of the back, and could cause permanent damage to the nerves.
Herniated disc: The discs in the spinal column cushion and separate the vertebrae and help protect the spine. When a disc is displaced in an accident, it can put pressure on the spinal cord and surrounding nerves, causing sudden intense pain and numbness of the legs.
Spinal cord injury: This is the most serious type of injury suffered in car accidents. When the spinal cord is damaged, it can cause partial or complete paralysis (paraplegia or quadriplegia) for the injured person.

Legal Help for a Back Injury Claim in Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin

If someone else’s negligence caused your car accident and back injuries, you may be entitled to recover compensation. This may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses, depending on the circumstances in your particular case.

Our personal injury lawyers are prepared to investigate your accident to establish who was at fault and pursue a claim for the compensation you deserve. Our attorneys can negotiate skillfully on your behalf and fight for your rights in court, if necessary.

There are no upfront costs when you work with our firm and we don’t get paid legal fees until we win your case. We are happy to meet with you at the hospital, in your home, in our offices, or wherever is most convenient for you. We represent Wisconsin clients in Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin, including Kenosha, Madison, Racine, and Waukesha. Contact us today for a consultation about your car accident case.

Sources: Medline: Back Injuries
WebMD: Back Pain Health Center

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