Orange County Neck Injury & Whiplash Lawyer

Managing Partner

February 2, 2024

10 min read

TABLE OF CONTENTS

When you lose a limb due to the negligence, recklessness, or intentional act of another person, it’s possible for victims to collect a substantial amount of compensation.

An experienced Orange County neck injury lawyer can help you collect money for medical expenses, current and future lost earnings, pain, suffering, and mental distress. Call the Text Kevin Accident Attorneys today to schedule your free consultation with our personal injury lawyers and learn more.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Neck Injury and Whiplash Statistics

According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, more than three million people a year injure their neck in accidents in the United States, and the majority of those injuries result in symptoms that last more than six months. Many rear-end car accidents cause some degree of whiplash, due to the back and forth motion of the neck. The human neck is a delicate and complicated structure that is especially sensitive to impacts. That’s why more than 40% of automobile accidents cause injuries with lifelong pain, and a large majority of those accidents cause injuries to the neck.

Symptoms of Neck Injuries and Whiplash

Neck injury symptoms do not always appear right away. In fact, it’s quite common to not feel the full range of symptoms for a day or even a few days, after an accident. These are some of the most common symptoms of neck injury:

Soreness in the neck and shoulders
Dizziness and vertigo
Faintness and shortness of breath
Numbness or tingling in the hands or arms
Memory loss or fuzzy memory
Burning and tingling feeling
Blurred or double vision
Difficulty sleeping
Ringing in the ears
Muscle spasms
Pain radiating down the arm

If you’re experiencing any of these injuries after a car accident, slip and fall, or other trauma, it’s important to seek medical assistance. Some of the symptoms above may also indicate a serious head injury that requires immediate attention.

Types of Neck Injuries

Common types of neck injuries include:

Fractured Cervical Vertebrae

A fractured vertebra in the neck is a potentially catastrophic injury. If certain areas of cervical vertebrae are broken, a person can become paralyzed from the neck down or die.

Spinal Cord Damage

Severe disruption to the alignment of the spinal cord can cause irreparable damage that leads to partial or full paralysis from the neck down. Less severe damage may be treatable.

Whiplash

Whiplash is the most common injury from a car accident. The soft tissues such as muscles, ligaments, and nerves, are damaged from rapid movement due to an impact. This back and forth motion is usually caused by a rear-end car accident.

Pinched Nerve

A sudden jolt from a car accident, fall, or sports accident can cause a sharp pain called a “stinger” injury as soft tissue is pressed against nerves in the neck. This injury is very painful but usually resolves quickly.

Herniated and Bulging Discs

When the soft material inside the discs bulges out pressing the nerves, it’s called a bulging disc. When the material escapes out further, it is even more painful, and it’s called a herniated disc.

Causes of Neck Injuries and Whiplash

Some neck injuries are caused by degeneration, which can be aggravated by overuse either working or with sports and recreational activities. The large majority of neck injuries are caused by car accidents, truck accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and falls, equipment malfunctions, and construction accidents. The most severe neck injuries as caused by head-on-collisions, rear-end crashes, rollovers, and falls from heights.

Treatment for Neck Injuries and Whiplash

Catastrophic neck injuries such as fractures and spinal cord damage require emergency treatment at the closest trauma center, even if that means using a Helivac. Less serious neck injuries usually respond well to conservative treatments such as chiropractic manipulations, physical therapy, and acupuncture. When conservative therapies are unsuccessful, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) testing can diagnose serious soft tissue injuries such as bulging and herniated discs. Pain management techniques are the next course of action, with epidural injections at the site of pain. Surgery is done in some cases where extreme pain remains but is usually avoided due to the risk of paralysis.

Compensation for Neck Injury and Whiplash Injury Victims

Compensation for personal injury cases in Orange County is based on economic and non-economic damages. Some of the highest verdicts in these cases are for catastrophic injuries such as neck fractures that cause paralysis from the waist down. Victims are not only permanently disabled from work and saddled with tremendous medical expenses, but they’re also subject to the most extreme mental anguish imaginable. It is not uncommon for victims to be fully conscious of their situation, but unable to breathe, eat, or do anything at all without assistance. This is why they often receive multi-million-dollar settlements. For less serious neck injuries, it’s possible to receive a large amount of compensation if the injury requires a long period of treatment, causes permanent, partial, or full disability, and has an extended period of pain and suffering. The amount of compensation will increase if the victim requires pain management therapy or surgical repair.

Orange County Neck Injury & Whiplash Lawyers

You can count on our Orange County neck injury and whiplash attorneys at Crockett Law Group to know how to collect the largest amount of money possible to pay for medical treatment, reimburse you for your lost earnings, and compensate you for your pain, suffering, and mental anguish. We’ll launch a thorough investigation of your case, ensuring that we have the evidence to present a strong case on your behalf. We offer a free consultation to discuss your case and our legal strategy so you will have a complete understanding of all issues. Please call our Orange County personal injury firm at (888) 965-3827 today to make an appointment.

AUTHOR

Kevin received both his bachelor’s degree and law degree from the University of California, Irvine. He is the managing partner of Text Kevin Accident Attorneys and is recognized as a standout in plaintiffs’ litigation for personal injury law by Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected legal peer-review publisher. Kevin has written for several law magazines and is an award-winning car accident lawyer in California.

Orange County Practice Areas

Get started fast with tailored solutions for your accident claim

Car Accident

More winning, less hassle with us

Get support for your injury claim
Secure compensation with proven success
Strategize to win and maximize your value

FIND OUT MORE

Personal Injury

Answers, support, & solutions all in one place

Evaluate medical records for details and severity
Negotiate settlements with insurance companies
Represent clients in court for litigation

FIND OUT MORE

Truck Accident

The complete legal solution

Investigate liability to determine fault
Pursue maximum compensation from insurers
Navigate complex regulations for successful claims

FIND OUT MORE

Motorcycle Accident

Deliver results on time, all the time

Investigate causes to establish liability
Pursue compensation from at-fault parties
Navigate legal complexities for effective claims

FIND OUT MORE

Wrongful Death

Succeed on claims with your team

Establish liability in fatal accidents
Pursue compensation for loss and suffering
Navigate intricate legal paths for justice

FIND OUT MORE

Bicycle Accident

Total commitment to guide you through

Establish fault in bicycle collision investigations
Pursue compensation for injuries and damages
Navigate legal complexities for fair resolution

FIND OUT MORE

Catastrophic Injury

Manage most any type of claim

Get a free consult for potential compensation
Establish a robust legal strategy
Pursue litigation avenues for your injury claim

FIND OUT MORE

Pedestrian Accident

Forge results your way

Rapid injury evaluation for pedestrian accident cases
Swift and strategic legal support for victims
Maximize compensation with proactive legal guidance

FIND OUT MORE

Brain Injury

Never face legal battles alone again

Maximize compensation for traumatic brain injuries
Swiftly resolve cases for financial relief
Experience compassionate guidance for your TBI

FIND OUT MORE

Spinal Cord Injury

Set your path to legal success

Optimize compensation for spinal cord injury victims
Navigate legal intricacies with effective representation
Offer empathetic support throughout your recovery

FIND OUT MORE

Uber Accident

Collaborate on solutions together

Drive your Uber accident claim to success
Chart a clear route through insurance complexities
Cruise through legal challenges with our support

FIND OUT MORE

Drunk Driving Accident

Lead your case to legal success

Championing justice for DUI crash survivors
Crafting powerful cases for injury compensation
Hold responsible parties accountable for their actions

FIND OUT MORE

Hit and Run Accident

Teamwork makes claims work every time

Swift investigation of unidentified perpetrators
Skillful navigation through complex legal processes
Hold accountable those who flee the scene

FIND OUT MORE

More winning, less hassle with us

Transform car accident challenges into triumphs with our dedicated legal support.

Get support for your injury claim
Secure compensation with proven success
Strategize to win and maximize your value

Kevin Crockett, Managing Partner

"Experience unity at our firm as I bring legal teams together for seamless collaboration and communication, ensuring successful navigation of car accident cases."

Head On Collision

Rear End Collision

Drunk Driving Accident

Sideswipe Collision FIND OUT MORE

Answers, support, & solutions all in one place

Transform personal injury challenges into triumphs with our dedicated legal support.

Evaluate medical records for details and severity
Negotiate settlements with insurance companies
Represent clients in court for litigation

Kelly Gales, Attorney

"Our legal team significantly accelerates personal injury claims, reducing delays when you choose us for your case."

Slip and Fall

Dog Bite

Premises Liability

Trip and Fall FIND OUT MORE

The complete legal solution

Transform truck accident challenges into triumphs with our dedicated legal support.

Investigate liability to determine fault
Pursue maximum compensation from insurers
Navigate complex regulations for successful claims

Kayla Johns, Case Manager

“At Text Kevin, we keep clients informed with crucial updates, paving the way for successful resolutions in every case we handle.”

Jackknife Accident

Rollover Accident

Underride Accident

Wide Turn Accident

FIND OUT MORE

Deliver results on time, all the time

Transform motorcycle accident challenges into triumphs with our dedicated legal support.

Investigate causes to establish liability
Pursue compensation from at-fault parties
Navigate legal complexities for effective claims

Mike Buhler, Intake Manager

“Streamline communication with insurers and eliminate headaches when you partner with us for your injury claim.”

Lane Splitting Accident

Left Turn Accident

Lane Switching Accident

Corner Turning Accident

FIND OUT MORE

Succeed on claims with your team

Transform wrongful death challenges into triumphs with our dedicated legal support.

Establish liability in fatal accidents
Pursue compensation for loss and suffering
Navigate intricate legal paths for justice

Helen Vu, Junior Case Manager

“You can easily share documents and photos with our team, and we’ll handle the rest for a seamless resolution of your case.”

Car Accident

Pedestrian Accident

Truck Accident

Motorcycle Accident FIND OUT MORE

Total commitment to guide you through

Transform bicycle accident challenges into triumphs with our dedicated legal support.

Establish fault in bicycle collision investigations
Pursue compensation for injuries and damages
Navigate legal complexities for fair resolution

Ryan Gloudeman, Law Clerk

“With Text Kevin, you can regain lost hours managing claims yourself. We not only save you time, but expedite the process.”

Dooring Accident

Intersection Accident

Right Hook Accident

Left Hook Accident

FIND OUT MORE

Manage most any type of claim

Transform catastrophic injury challenges into triumphs with our dedicated legal support.

Get a free consult for potential compensation
Establish a robust legal strategy
Pursue litigation avenues for your injury claim

Jonathan Haskett, Marketing Coordinator

“Stay connected throughout your case with quick and easy text communication, ensuring regular updates and timely alerts on the next steps.”

Burn Injury

Amputation Injury

Nerve Damage

Internal Injury FIND OUT MORE

Forge results your way

Transform pedestrian accident challenges into triumphs with our dedicated legal support.

Rapid injury evaluation for pedestrian accident cases
Swift and strategic legal support for victims
Maximize compensation with proactive legal guidance

Garrett Syke, Case Assistant

“We simplify your injury claim by organizing your case and narrating your story to the insurance company so you don’t have to.”

Crosswalk Accident

Jaywalking Accident

Left Turn Accident

Backing Up Accident

FIND OUT MORE