Car accidents often cause neck and back injuries to the occupants involved in the crash. Falls are another leading cause of such injuries. However, neck and back injuries can occur even in the absence of a hard impact: sharp jarring movements can be enough to cause severe muscle spasms, joint displacements, and worse. While we have all heard stories about people who tried to "fake" injuries such as whiplash, the reality is that soft tissue injuries (including the over-extension of the neck frequently suffered by occupants in vehicles that get rear-ended, which is commonly known as "whiplash") can also lead to long-term debilitating pain. People who suffer such pain may need the services of an experienced Boca Raton personal injury attorney.

Neck and back injuries can range from mild ones (which resolve on their own over time) to severe spinal injuries that can cause permanent impairment. If a person suffers a neck or back injury as a result of someone else's negligence, the injured party may seek to recover two types of compensation for their harm: economic damages (for both past and future medical costs, lost wages, and, when relevant, loss of earning capacity) as well as non-economic ones--for pain and suffering.

However, since the causes of neck and back injuries can be complex and sometimes difficult to discern, the responsible parties (and their insurance companies) may argue that a particular negligent act was not the cause of the injury at issue. At the same time, the injured person, who would be in pain and focused on getting the necessary medical treatment, may not have the time and energy to investigate the incident and collect the evidence that would later be required to prove their claim. That is why a person who is recovering from a neck or back injury should consider hiring an experienced Florida neck and back injury attorney who can take on the necessary investigation and preparation that will ultimately lead to a successful resolution for the client.

If you have suffered a neck or back injury due to someone else's negligence, please contact The Offices of Jamie L. Allen, P.A., for a free consultation regarding your case. Our attorneys, investigators, and support staff are ready to provide personalized and effective representation throughout Broward, Palm Beach, and Sarasota County.

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