New York Neck and Back Injuries
The New York City spinal cord injury lawyers with Hecht, Kleeger & Damashek, Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C. have decades of experience fighting for everything injury victims deserve. We have successfully recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for accident victims in similar circumstances. Still, the first step in making a claim for neck and back compensation will be to review your situation with a skilled attorney. Let us answer your questions, support you, and fight for your recovery.
If you are suffering neck or back pain due to an accident caused by negligence, call (212) 490-5700 to set up a free, no-risk consultation. There are no up-front fees, and you owe nothing until we win compensation for you.
Neck and Back Pain: Symptoms & Causes
Neck and back pain can develop after any incident where sudden force strains the muscles and ligaments beyond their limits. This often leads to severe inflammation and long-term discomfort. In many cases, symptoms don’t appear immediately but worsen over time. Common signs of a serious neck or back injury include persistent pain and difficulty finding comfort while sitting, standing, or lying down.
If you’re experiencing ongoing pain after an accident, seeking medical attention and legal guidance from an experienced NYC neck and back injury lawyer is crucial.
Common Causes of Neck and Back Pain
Slips and Falls
Slips and falls can happen anywhere. In situations where a property owner or manager failed to uphold their duty to keep stairs, walkways, or other areas properly maintained, and you fell, resulting in neck or back pain, our attorneys can work with you to determine if there is a premises liability claim and work to secure compensation for your various damages.
Car Accidents
Neck and back pain after car accidents are common due to the violent force involved. Collisions can lead to injuries like whiplash, disc injuries, or a broken neck or back, among others. Our attorneys will investigate the cause and what contributed to your injuries, identify who’s at fault, and fight to hold them accountable.
Truck Crashes
Even slow-speed crashes with large, heavy trucks may result in devastating neck and back injuries. These claims can also become complicated because aside from reckless drivers, their employers may also bear some responsibility. When these accidents occur, you need an experienced spine injury lawyer to help understand who might be responsible.
Bike Accidents
Bike riders have little protection on NYC roads, which means injuries to the back and neck are common when negligent drivers collide with cyclists. Our attorneys will fully assess the harm done, identify who’s at fault, and work to obtain everything the law says you deserve.
MTA Incidents
Mass transportation in NYC is not without hazards. Riding the bus and subway can still lead to back and neck injury if safety measures are ignored. Whether the bus was involved in an accident while you were on board or you fell down the subway steps, you’ll need help from a skilled injury lawyer.
Workplace Injuries
If you suffered a back or neck injury at work, there might be times when another party other than your employer is responsible. Under some circumstances, they could be held responsible and required to pay damages. It is important that you call our attorneys to discuss workplace injuries that resulted in neck and back pain.
Construction Accidents
If you work in construction, you know it can be dangerous work. Even on the safest worksite, accidents can and do happen, causing work-related back injuries. Potential hazards include falls off ladders or scaffolding.
Whiplash Injuries
Whiplash is one of the most common neck and back injuries, especially after car accidents, particularly rear-end collisions. It occurs when the head is suddenly forced back and forth, straining the neck’s soft tissues, discs, nerves, and ligaments.
Many people don’t feel immediate pain after an accident and may assume they are fine. However, whiplash symptoms can develop over time, sometimes days later. That’s why it’s crucial to seek medical attention as soon as you notice any discomfort and inform your doctor that you were in an accident.
Common Symptoms of Whiplash:
- Neck pain that worsens with movement
- Stiffness and reduced range of motion
- Tenderness or pain in the shoulders, upper back, or arms
- Headaches that start at the base of the skull
- Tingling or numbness in the arms
- Dizziness, nausea, or fatigue
Since whiplash injuries can be severe and take time to develop fully, working with a knowledgeable spinal cord injury lawyer is essential to ensure you pursue the compensation you deserve. Avoid speaking with insurance adjusters until you understand the full extent of your injuries.
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