Every car accident can lead to severe, life-altering injuries. Sideswipe accidents are no exception—the sudden jolt, impact, and loss of control from another vehicle’s colliding with the side of your car can cause significant injuries that require long-term, expensive care.
Our car accident lawyers here at Rebenack Aronow & Mascolo L.L.P. have helped numerous collision victims recover compensation to cover their associated costs. If you have gotten into a sideswipe accident, let us tell you what you need to know.
What Head Injuries Can Occur in Sideswipe Accidents?
Many victims of sideswipe accidents come out with head injuries, as the jolt of impact to the side of your car can cause your head to strike the window, door, or steering wheel. These victims often experience concussions, which can lead to dizziness, headaches, and memory issues. Victims of more severe accidents might even suffer from Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), as well as the accompanying long-term cognitive and physical effects.
How Do Neck and Spine Injuries Happen?
The sudden side-to-side movement of a sideswipe accident can also strain your neck and spine, which can easily lead to whiplash. A common injury in car accidents, whiplash occurs when an impact exposes the soft tissue in your neck to unusual force and causes stiffness, pain, and limited range of motion. Additionally, if the impact affects your spine, you may suffer from herniated discs or even spinal fractures.
Why Are Shoulder and Arm Injuries Common in these Accidents?
Sideswipe collisions often contort your body and place unusual strain on your shoulders and arms—this force may dislocate your shoulder, break your bones, or cause significant sprains. If you try to break any impact with your arms, you may also expose your ligaments to significant amounts of sudden pressure.
What Types of Chest Injuries Are Possible?
If a sideswipe accident throws your body into the door or dashboard, you may sustain a chest or frontal injury, such as broken ribs, bruising, and soft tissue damage around your pectoral area. If you experience any of these injuries, you may have difficulty performing simple bodily functions, such as stretching or breathing deeply.
Can You Sustain Leg and Knee Injuries in a Sideswipe Accident?
If the force of your accident pins your legs or knees against the interior of the car, you may sustain leg fractures, torn ligaments, or bruising. Many of our car accident clients have dealt with knee injuries, such as torn ligaments or meniscus damage, which often require significant recovery time or surgery. Additionally, a leg or knee injury can significantly impact your mobility and ability to work.
Recovering from Your Accident with the Somerset County Car Accident Lawyers at Rebenack Aronow & Mascolo L.L.P.
The costs associated with medical care after an accident can pile up quickly, especially if you have an extended hospital stay or rehabilitation period. If you need to cover the costs of your accident-associated injuries, trust our team of Somerset County car accident lawyers at Rebenack Aronow & Mascolo L.L.P. to take care of you. We will assess your injuries, investigate your accident, hold the appropriate parties liable, and help you demand the compensation that you deserve. Call us at 732-247-3600 or fill out our online contact form for a free consultation. Our office locations in New Brunswick, Somerville, and Freehold, New Jersey, allow us to serve clients in Middlesex County, Monmouth County, and Somerset County.
