Whiplash Injury Compensation
If you have been in a car accident and you are experiencing pains and/or stiffness in your neck its possible that you could get whiplash injury compensation. Whiplash injuries occurs when there is a sudden movement or a jolt that damages the ligaments, tendons or muscle in your neck. Whiplash injuries is more common in car accident when the neck jolts aggressively. Whiplash injuries could also occur from long term damage to the neck or if a victim as had a blow to the head.
Whiplash Injury Compensation - What are the Symptoms?The symptoms of whiplash injuries may not occur until 6-12 hours after a road traffic accident as occurred or sometime may take longer for the whiplash to occur. The most common symptoms of whiplash injuries include
There are more severe symptoms that include pain in the lower back, muscle spasms, dizziness, blurred vision or tinnitus(ringing in the ears). In a few cases it may lead to loss of memory, poor concentration or even disability. The effects of whiplash could effect you personal life and your ability to work, especially if your job involves physical activity. Its in these cases that makes it more important to make a whiplash injury compensation claim.
How do i claim if i think i have Whiplash Injury?If you have been a victim of a car accident and are suffering with any known symptoms please consult your GP as soon as possible. To make sure you have whiplash the GP may ask you how the accident happened and ask for details on your symptoms. Claiming Compensation for Whiplash Injuries
If you have a whiplash injury and it was caused in a road traffic accident and it wasn't your fault, you may be entitled to whiplash injury compensation. Call our helpline on 0800 216 253 or try our quick callback form. You can also submit a Full Claim Online. |