San Francisco Rear-end Accident Attorney

Effects of a Rear-end Accident

Most of us are familiar with a rear-end accident in which one vehicle crashes into the vehicle in front of it.  Often this type of collision is caused by tailgating or by panic stops.  Typically either the vehicle in front suddenly slows down or stops and the car behind it does not have time to react, or the car behind unexpectedly speeds up causing a rear-end collision.  Usually the driver that rear-ends the vehicle in front is at fault.  The exception to this is if the vehicle that is rear-ended is driving in reverse.  At the Pacific Attorney Group we want you to know that even though many rear-end collisions do not occur at high speeds, the risk of injury is still great and any symptoms that you may be feeling should not be ignored.

Whiplash is probably the most common injury resulting from a rear-end accident, however, in extreme cases permanent injuries can occur.  Whiplash is brought about by a violent over-extension of the neck, particularly in a rear-end accident where the head is thrown forward and then snapped back.  Whiplash can be mistakenly thought of as a minor injury.  Sometimes whiplash can be mild and if so, it will heal quickly.  It can also be severe, causing many unwanted symptoms and affecting your ability to lead your life, earn wages and care for your loved ones.  An experienced and competent San Francisco personal injury lawyer may be able to help you get the medical assistance you need so that the quality of your life can be restored as soon as possible.

Compensation for Your Injuries

Whiplash and other neck injuries can be very painful and it some cases can be long-lasting.  With whiplash injuries the quicker they are properly diagnosed and treated, the better the outcome is for the patient.  If not diagnosed or treated properly, the pain or other symptoms you may have can last longer and become more severe.  The treatments for whiplash depend on the severity of the injury.  Common therapies include hot and cold treatments, prescription medicines, massage, exercise, ultrasound therapy and others.  What is important is to get your treatment program started as quickly as possible.

If your rear-end accident is due to another drivers carelessness or recklessness, you have certain rights and a legal ability to receive fair compensation for your injuries and any property damage. This may include making up for wages you have lost due to the need for you to recover from you injuries.  Allow us to put our expertise to work for you and let's get you healthy and living your normal life as quickly as possible. 

Contact a San Francisco Rear-end Accident Attorney when you have been involved in a rear-end collision and require expert legal assistance.