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Kansas City, MO Distracted Driving Injuries Attorney
Distracted driving is a leading cause of auto accidents in Kansas, Missouri, and throughout the Midwest. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), as many as 16 percent of all auto accidents result of inattentive drivers. These accidents often leave victims with debilitating, life-changing – and sometimes life-ending – injuries.
If you have suffered serious injuries or a loved one has been killed by a texting or distracted driver, Horn Law are the attorneys with a track record of success that you can count on to resolve your case for fair and full compensation and settlements.
Seeking Medical Attention for Accident-Related Injuries
When you are involved in a collision, the single most important thing you can do is seek appropriate medical and rehabilitative care for your injuries. While many accident victims are aware of their injuries right away, others may not start to experience symptoms for weeks, or even months, after the accident.
Violent collisions often result in internal injuries that require prompt attention in order to avoid future complications. In addition, the adrenaline you experience after an accident may mask the pain and other symptoms of a serious injury. As a result, you should always see a doctor following an accident, even if you initially feel fine.
Common External Injuries from Distracted Driving Accidents
Due to the fact that distracted drivers are not able to respond to the imminent threat of an accident, they often occur at high speeds and result in serious injuries. This is true for accidents involving cars, accidents caused by distracted truck drivers, and motorcycle accidents as well. Some of the most common external injuries in accidents caused by inattentive drivers include:
- Airbag-related injuries
- Bone fractures and other arm and leg injuries
- Broken jaw
- Broken ribs
- Burns
- Eye injuries, broken nose, and other facial injuries
- Hand and foot injuries
- Scrapes and cuts
Common Internal Injuries from Distracted Driving Accidents
Some internal injuries will be immediately apparent due to pain, limited mobility, and other symptoms. However, as mentioned above, others may take time to show their effects. Internal injuries that you may experience in an accident include:
- Brain injuries, such as concussions and other traumas
- Damage to internal organs
- Internal bleeding
- Ligament and tendon damage
- Neck injuries, including whiplash
- Spinal cord damage
Emotional and Psychological Injuries
In addition to the physical toll, traumatic collisions can leave victims suffering from emotional and psychological injuries as well. It is not unusual for individuals who have been involved in violent collisions to experience anxiety and depression, and many victims suffer from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These and other conditions can make daily life difficult, often interfering with work, family, hobbies, and personal relationships.
Claims For Injury Settlements and Compensation in Distracted Driving Cases
Following any accident, it is important you receive the best possible medical treatments and rehabilitation. A victim of an accident caused by the recklessness of another driver also requires consultation with a lawyer and law firm that has a track record of success in handling a case from start to finish. Your lawyer needs to know the ins and outs of making a claim for compensation against insurance companies representing the distracted driver.
If you require medical treatment and rehabilitation, such as chiropractic care, physical therapy, or pain management injections, you will be best served by retaining Horn Law or a lawyer who concentrates in distracted driving claims. The greater the severity of your injuries, the more important the lawyer will be toward recovering a maximum award or settlement. Following are some items of damages that are important to consider.
- Your medical bills for treatment received in connection with the accidents
- Your anticipated future medical expenses for follow-up procedures, ongoing treatment, and rehabilitation
- Time you miss from work as a result of your injuries
- Permanent damage to your body, such as scarring, disfigurement, or loss of limbs
- Pain and suffering
- Restrictions and inhibitions on your daily life, including loss of enjoyment from spending time with family
In any case, determining the amount you are rightfully owed starts with understanding the extent of your injuries and identifying the cause of the accident. At Horn Law, we can help you every step of the way.
Fatal Accidents Caused by Inattentive Drivers
Distracted drivers kill thousands of innocent victims every year. If you have suffered the tragedy of losing a family member in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident, you too are entitled to compensation for your loss. As with all types of distracted driving accidents, it is critical when dealing with fatal accidents to get started on the investigation as soon as possible. When you contact Horn Law, Lead Attorney Doug Horn will handle your case while you take the time you need to grieve the loss of your loved one.
Contact Horn Law | Kansas, Midwest, Missouri Distracted Driving Lawyers
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a distracted driving accident, it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. If you are unable to come to Horn Law’s offices in Kansas City, attorney Doug Horn will gladly come to you. To schedule your free, no-obligation consultation, contact us today.
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