Largo Whiplash Injury Lawyer

The neck and spine are among the most complex systems in the human body. When you are involved in an accident in which your neck and head sustain serious injury, you can experience a variety of symptoms. In addition to the stress and pain from the accident, finding a medical provider who can successfully treat your injury can be a significant hurdle.

I am William Schneikart, Largo whiplash injury attorney with more than 30 years of experience representing people who are dealing with all types of injuries, including whiplash. My goal is to help my clients understand their rights regarding this type of case and how best to obtain compensation for injuries they have suffered.

In many cases, the injuries can be far more serious that what most people think. I will not only help you understand your potential legal claim, but I can also refer you to medical providers who have been successful in the past in treating similar issues.

Many different types of injuries can result from whiplash trauma, including:

• Brain injury
• Depression
• Cranial nerve injury
• Dizziness
• Hormonal problems
• Headaches
• TMJ problems
• Neck pain
• Low back pain

For a more detailed discussion of these issues, read more about "Injuries That Result From Whiplash Trauma."

Most importantly, you should never assume that any condition is not related to your accident, merely because it develops days, or even weeks later. Make sure to report your new symptoms to your doctor so that he or she can make the proper assessment of your condition.

Clearwater Neck Injury Attorney

Technically speaking, "whiplash" is not a medical term. If you are involved in a rear-end collision and your neck "snaps" forward during impact, a doctor may give you an official diagnosis of a cervical flexion or an extension or hyper extension injury. In some cases it is referred to as an acceleration or deceleration injury.

Most people do not understand the extreme forces that act on a person's neck in an accident — even a low speed accident. Some factors can increase the likelihood of a serious permanent injury, including:

• Biological differences mean that women are at a higher risk because women tend to have longer, less muscular necks
• People with a pre-existing injury or some other type of spinal deterioration
• Accidents involving a car or truck that is substantially larger than the injured person's vehicle
• Cases where the other driver was talking on his or her cellphone, texting while driving, eating or distracted in some other way

Whatever the proper term, these injuries can cause long-term damage. In order for you to fully recover and obtain compensation that you may be entitled to, work with an attorney who is familiar with these cases and who can guide you through the maze of working with medical professionals and insurance companies.

If you are suffering from whiplash or other type of neck injury, contact my Florida personal injury law firm or call my office at 727-475-6854 to schedule a free consultation.