Accidents can happen anywhere and can have disastrous consequences. A simple slip of judgment or an overlooked safety precaution can lead to a motor vehicle collision or workplace accident, either of which can leave you suffering from broken bones, muscle strains or tears, or even a neck and/or spinal injury. Obviously, the latter is the most serious and carries with it the greatest potential for long-term consequences, but no matter what specific type of injury you sustain as a result of an accident, you may be eligible for compensation and/or benefits, which will help greatly in alleviating any costs to you and your family while you rest and recuperate.

 

 

The most visible and noticeable impacts of a serious neck or spinal injury are obviously the physical effects: chronic pain, impaired mobility, potential paralysis (partial or total), etc. These are severe consequences to any accident, but they bring with them a host of other complications and stressors. Most neck and spinal injuries result in at least some time off work (often for a lengthy term). Lost work means lost income, which in itself brings added stress.

 

In addition to not being able to work, even remedial tasks around the house can become simply too difficult to accomplish, forcing you to enlist the support and help of friends and family or hire some extra housekeeping help. All of these things cost either time or money, or both, and add even more stress to an already stressful circumstance.

 

 

You don’t have to simply take your social and financial burdens in stride after sustaining a neck or spinal injury in an accident. There are laws and regulations in place that entitle you to certain benefits and compensation.

 

Unfortunately, personal injury law can be complex and confusing. Without the help of an experienced and reputable lawyer with the skill set for this this type of claim, it’s difficult to know which documents you’ll need and which steps to follow in order to make a successful claim. Personal injury lawyers make their money by helping their clients pursue the benefits and compensation entitled them.

 

Naturally, insurance companies are sometimes reluctant to pay out claims, which makes consulting a lawyer all the more important. Adjusters who represent insurance companies deal with accident claims every day, and unless you have someone on your side with as much experience, you’re not playing on a level field.

 

If you’ve been involved in an accident and sustained a neck and/or spinal injury, your first step should be to contact a reputable and reliable personal injury law firm to discuss your options for compensation. With their help, you can get the benefits you’re entitled and piece of mind while you get on with your own recovery.