Which Are the Most Common Injuries Suffered in a Car Accident?
Official statistics indicate that neck pain, or otherwise known as
whiplash, along with lower back pain are the most common injuries suffered in
auto crashes. You might be surprised to learn, however, that the most common
car-related injury is one which is not related to an accident at all. According
to official data, provided by The US Department of Transportation, nearly
150,000 American citizens are injured every year simply in the process of
closing the door of their vehicle. Today, we hope to enlighten both drivers and
passengers about the many ways they can injure themselves just by getting into
a car or riding it without colliding with another driver.
Most Common Types of Injuries Sustained in Car Accidents
- Neck
pain - 49%
- Lower
back pain - 42%
- Headaches
- 39%
- Shoulder
pain - 37%
- Upper
back pain - 34%
- Difficulty
sleeping - 31%
- Anxiety
- 25%
- Cuts
and cruises - 20%
- Loss
in feeling in part of the body - 12%
- Broken
bones - 10%
Most Common Auto-Related Injuries and Their Number
Per Year
(according to the US Department of Transportation)
- 148,000 were injured by a slamming door.
- 88,000 were injured due to overexertion such as pushing an immobile
automobile.
- 84,000 were injured because they fell while getting in or out of their
car
- 74,000 were injured because they were hit by another vehicle backing
up
- 62,000 were cut by a piece of metal.
- 44,000 were injured because they were straining while getting in or
out of the car.
- 34,000 were injured by a door while getting in or out of an
automobile.
- 28,000 fell from their cars and injured themselves.
- 20,000 were injured by a flying object inside the automobile.
- 9,000 were victims of radiator/antifreeze burns.
When some of the injuries, mentioned above, are caused to you by another individual or group, the laws of California give you the right to plead for a personal injury compensation. In order to receive a financial reimbursement, however, you need to collect evidence against the party which caused your pain and suffering. These can be testimonials from people who witnessed what happened, accident scene pictures or videos, medical records, etc. If you are not sure what evidence will help you win your case faster with a higher compensation, you can consult a personal injury attorney on how to build your case. 855-WIN-THE-CASE can help you find an excellent and best car accident lawyer in the town you live in and redirect you instantly, after you call! Contacting us can only bring you benefits, as there is nothing to lose!