Neck Injury Compensation
The average neck injury settlement amounts vary depending on the severity of the injury, how the injury happened, and the state you were injured. This range may look different for your case.
For more severe injuries, such as damages to the spinal cord or brain stem, following a motor vehicle accident, compensation for these cases can be up to millions of dollars.
Here are some examples of compensation earned for different types of accidents:
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Causes of Neck Injuries You Can Claim Compensation For
Neck injuries are common in motor vehicle accidents. Depending on the speed and direction of the impact from the collision, injuries can range in type and severity. Neck injuries are not limited to motor vehicle accidents.
Below is a list of causes of other neck injuries for which you may be entitled to compensation.
If your neck injury cause is not listed above or you have any further questions about what you’re entitled to receive for your personal injury case, talk to one of our neck injury attorneys today.
Types of Neck Injuries You Can Claim Compensation For
The neck is one of the human body’s most essential and sensitive parts. Whether it is affected by the impact following a car accident, force trauma, or stress injuries, you may be able to claim compensation for your personal injury case.
- Whiplash
- Neck sprain/strain
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Fractures
- Pinched Nerves
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Disc Compression
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common neck injury in a car accident?
Following the impact of a car accident, the intensity and severity of the car accident may cause a variety of neck injuries. Common injuries include whiplash, neck strain, and neck sprain. More severe neck injuries include fractures or dislocations, herniated discs, or spinal cord damage.
How long will my neck hurt after a car accident?
Depending on the severity of the car accident, your neck pain can range from a few weeks to longer-lasting pain with complications without intervention. If your neck pain doesn’t improve within a few weeks or worsens from the time of impact, seek medical care immediately.
What are the signs of a serious neck injury?
Seek medical intervention immediately if you experience:
- Severe pain or pressure in your neck, head, or back
- Loss of sensation in hands, fingers, feet, or toes
- Muscle weakness in neck, back, or head
- Difficulty standing, walking, or moving arms or legs
- Signs of shock: pale/clammy skin, blue or gray lips or fingernails
- Breathing problems
How much can you get from a neck injury?
Depending on injury severity, type, pre-existing conditions, and other factors, neck injury personal injury cases have settlements from $10,000 to upwards of $200,000.
What happens if your neck hurts after a car accident?
Neck or shoulder pain following a car accident can be a sign of whiplash. Whiplash occurs when the neck is injured due to “forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck, like the cracking of a whip” (Mayo Clinic, 2024).
Can you claim for a neck injury?
In the state of Virginia, you can claim for a neck injury depending on the circumstances.
Getting started with your neck injury claim is easy. Contact Slaughter & Lupton Law to schedule a free initial consultation.
Our skilled attorneys will review your case and help you understand your legal options.