NECK INJURY
A neck injury is an injury to the cervical spine. Neck injuries are one of the most serious injuries a person can sustain is a neck injury. These injuries can leave a person disabled and with constant pain. There are a variety of ways to injure the neck, including auto accidents, work accidents, falls, and heavy lifting. Any of these can cause ligament sprain, disc bulges, muscle strain, or many other issues. This pain can cause a lot of trouble in your daily life. Attorney Steven W. Gardner has over 30 years of experience helping people with neck injuries get the treatment and compensation they deserve.
Types of Neck Injuries
Neck injuries are usually limited to the soft tissue in the neck. Something you may not realize is that these injuries can come from things you may not expect, like looking up frequently and for long periods of time. Of course, neck injuries also occur after more obvious events like a car accident or fall. Other common causes of neck pain include the following injuries:
- Neck sprain
- Muscle strain
- Whiplash
- Herniated disc
- Neck fracture
- Spinal cord injury
- Cervical dislocation
Symptoms may include pain in the neck, swelling, muscle spasms, limited range of motion, numbness, burning, and stiffness in the neck. More severe neck injuries can leave the victim in constant pain and even with disabilities.
Neck Injury Treatment
Like many other injuries, neck pain may resolve on its own over time or with limited treatment. However, many people require extensive medical treatment, including surgery and rehabilitation. Even with treatment there is no guarantee that the pain will completely disappear and you could be left with chronic pain that can limit the ability to work or complete typical daily routines. Neck injuries not only have the potential cause lost wages and life-long pain, but they can lead to expensive medical bills.
Compensation for Neck Injuries
Neck injuries are compensable and if you, or someone you know, has been the victim of a neck injury caused by someone else’s negligence, you should seek legal counsel. An experienced attorney can help recover lost wages, out of pocket medical costs, and compensation for pain and suffering. Steven W. Gardner has experience helping neck injury victims in the Metro Atlanta area and beyond. Contact our firm today for a free consultation about your neck injury and we can help you fight for the compensation you deserve.