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Injury

Whiplash neck injury is a painful condition that occurs when the head is jolted back and forth usually following an impact from the front, back or side in a road traffic accident. Statistics show that 2 out of 3 people involved in a vehicle collision will strain their neck and even minor shunts can cause this problem. This injury should not be under-estimated in terms of its discomfort or seriousness - untreated neck or back injuries can cause serious long term chronic problems.

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Symptoms & Diagnosis

Whiplash neck injury is characterised by a number of uncomfortable symptoms and can manifest itself in several parts of the neck and upper back including bones, discs, muscles, nerves and tendons. It may also result in damage to intervertebral joints, ligaments, cervical muscles and nerve roots. The condition can be difficult to diagnose straight after the accident. Sometimes the symptoms take an hour or two to show up but in most individuals the characteristic pain and stiffness will occur the day after the crash. The true extent of the whiplash neck injury will only be realised in the long-term - it may take several weeks or months to fully develop. You should keep in mind the varied symptoms that might arise :-

• headache, or pain and stiffness in the jaw, the neck, back, shoulders or arms
• problems with balance and dizziness, or impaired vision
• numbness, prickling or burning sensations in the upper body or hands
• feeling nauseous or being sick
• difficulty in swallowing
• ringing in the ears

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Time Limits

After being involved in an accident you should ensure that you receive a comprehensive medical check-up to provide evidence for a whiplash neck injury compensation claim. To obtain damages you must either settle your claim or issue legal proceedings in a court of law within three years of the accident subject to certain exemptions. It is advisable to use a specialist personal injury solicitor and to submit the whiplash neck injury compensation claim as soon as possible.

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Compensation

It’s difficult to estimate the potential damages you’ll receive for pain and suffering in a whiplash neck injury compensation claim. No two cases are the same and many factors will influence the eventual settlement. As a rough guide, the value of compensation for pain and suffering will depend on the seriousness of the injury, the recovery period and whether there are any long-term consequences. In addition to pain and suffering, compensation is awarded for any actual financial losses.

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Specialist Personal Injury Solicitors

Our advice is free and we operate on a no win no fee basis. whiplash neck injury compensation is paid in full with no deductions. Win or lose there is no charge. To talk to a specialist personal injury solicitor simply send the contact form or call the helpline. If you decide not to pursue your claim, that is not a problem and you will be under no obligations and will not face any legal charges. Do yourself justice and give us a call.