A “whiplash” injury is an injury to the ligaments, tendons and muscles in your neck, which support your cervical spine. Whiplash injuries are commonly caused by the application of sudden force to the neck, as when, for example, the victim’s automobile is struck from behind by another vehicle. Many whiplash injuries are caused by car accidents but these injuries can also be caused by slip and falls, assaults and in sporting activities, such as hockey, snowboarding or horseback riding.

Symptoms of whiplash can include pain to the back and neck, headaches, arm and leg tingling, stiffness and a loss of strength and co-ordination in the upper extremities. Severe trauma to the neck and back can lead to spinal cord injury and permanent disability. Symptoms of whiplash may appear immediately after the incident or many hours after.

Protect Yourself

If you have suffered an injury to your neck, back or spinal cord, it is critical that you seek the proper medical attention as soon as possible. Not all whiplash injuries require the same treatment. The “Wait and See” approach may not be in your best interest.

It is very important to advise your doctor about all of your injuries. Be sure to provide as much detail as possible, describing any stiffness, pain, tingling, limitations or discomfort you might have. Having a family member take down notes relating to your injuries prior to your visit may help to insure all issues are discussed.

Whiplash injuries can have a devastating physical, emotional and financial impact on your life and the those who depend on you. A short time after the injury its affect on your life can become more evident – lost wages, medical expenses, travel costs, rehabilitation costs, and physiological trauma.

The Kahler Personal Injury Firm is dedicated to defending the legal rights of whiplash victims in court. We strive to acquire the best doctors and treatments available and the largest financial settlements possible for our clients. Suffering a serious personal injury can change a person’s life forever. Our goal is help our clients rebuild their lives.

Please call 1-888-739-7702 for a free no obligation whiplash injury claim consultation with one of our leading personal injury lawyers. One of our lawyers with meet with you in your home, hospital room, or one of our personal injury law offices located in Toronto and Barrie.

The Kahler Personal Injury Law Firm services car accident and whiplash victims throughout the province of Ontario.