Don't Assume You're Not Injured After A Low-Impact Car Accident

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Some car accidents are so minor that they don't even cause any damage to either of the vehicles involved. In other accidents, because the crash was low-impact, the accident didn't seem very bad—but you may still discover that your car has been damaged and will need expensive repairs. You may also be more injured than you think.

How Low-Impact Accidents Occur

You might wonder how a low-impact car accident can occur. After all, because the other driver was traveling at a slow speed, they should have had time to stop. Some drivers are not paying attention or they might make a minor mistake and take their foot off the brake. A driver might not be able to see because of poor visibility conditions or might have been following you too closely.

Injuries Resulting from Low Impact Accidents

Even with a low-impact car accident, you might suffer from soft tissue injuries. You may be experiencing regular headaches, shoulder pain, or back pain. You should bring up these issues with a doctor because they can indicate a more serious health problem.

For example, if you have a headache even after a minor accident, this can be a sign that you have a more serious head injury that you might realize. Even being shaken around a little bit can cause brain damage.

Compensation for Your Injuries

After you have been treated, it's time to speak with a personal injury lawyer about how you can pursue compensation for your injuries. You will need to prove that you have been injured and that your injuries are the result of the accident. Fortunately, your doctor will be able to help you connect your injuries to the accident you have just had.

How to Prove Fault

Your personal injury lawyer will be able to help you gather the evidence necessary to prove that the other driver was at fault for the accident. Regardless of how minor the accident is, if you suffered serious damages as a result, the driver will be responsible for compensating you for the injuries you have suffered so you can become whole again.

Then, your personal injury lawyer can help you determine which steps are the best to take to seek compensation for your injuries. In most cases, you will want to negotiate a settlement with the insurance provider of the other driver. However, in other cases, you might need to take the driver to court.

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