Blunt Force Trauma Caused by Dallas Car Accidents

Blunt Force Trauma Caused by Dallas Car Accidents

Blunt force trauma is commonly suffered by auto accident victims involved in Dallas car wrecks, motorcycle wrecks and truck collisions. Also known as non-penetrating trauma, blunt force injuries occur when a person is hit with force by a flat or broad object. This can be the vehicle's steering wheel if you are in the driver's seat, or even the car itself if you were a pedestrian hit in a crosswalk. As a Dallas personal injury lawyer, I know that approximately 50 percent of traffic accidents involve blunt force injuries of some degree. In many cases, the physical damage done to the human body as a result of blunt force trauma is extremely serious in nature as it can cause internal organs to rupture.

Blunt abdominal trauma is particularly common in car wrecks as the sudden deceleration of the vehicle propels the passengers forward into the dashboard or the back of the front seats. The body is violently catapulting forward, slamming against the flat, hard object, resulting in concussions, hemorrhaging, abrasions and lacerations. Internal organs which are routinely damaged as a result of blunt force trauma injuries include the stomach, liver, pancreas, spleen, intestines and even heart. It is also possible for blunt force trauma from car crashes to result in bone fractures. Since it is often the chest area of the torso which absorbs the worst blow in collisions, broken ribs are a common occurrence in Dallas car accidents.

Whenever you have been involved in a multi-vehicle car wreck, it is always a good idea to seek medical attention. Even if you feel fine, the impact may have caused some internal injuries which might not be immediately apparent. It is always a good idea to have a medical professional assess you after any kind of accident involving multiple vehicles. The sooner you are able to visit the doctor, the better. If you do end up having to pursue a personal injury claim, the insurance adjuster might argue that your injuries are not that serious if you waited several days before seeking medical attention.

If you or a loved one have been in a wreck which was not your fault, you should also consult with an experienced Dallas car wreck attorney. We will be able to explain your legal rights and obligations so that you are fully aware of what information the other person's insurance company will require from you as well as what information they might ask that you actually have no obligation to give. Many times, for example, the negligent driver's insurance adjuster will ask that you give a recorded statement to explain your account of the wreck. You do not have to do this. If you do, they will take your words out of context and twist them to make it sound like the accident was actually your fault, or that your injuries are not as bad as they seem. You should never trust the at-fault motorist's insurance representative. Their job is to find excuses to pay you as little money as possible.

For a FREE consultation, call the Dallas personal injury lawyers at Guajardo & Marks, LLP at 972.774.9800.