WHIPLASH SYMPTOMS AND DIAGNOSIS

Whiplash symptoms are caused by damage to the neck usually occurring after a rear end shunt whilst travelling in a car. Pain and stiffness is caused by pressure being placed on the nerves as a result of tissue swelling which causes muscle spasms. Indicators which may be present immediately or may develop gradually over hours, days, or weeks after the accident may include:-

• pain or stiffness of the neck, back, jaw, shoulders, or arms
• memory loss, concentration impairment, nervousness, irritability
• headache and dizziness
• sleep disturbances, fatigue and depression
• loss of feeling, or burning or prickling in an arm or hand
• blurred vision
• nausea or vomiting
• balance problems

Diagnosis of this condition is based on the symptoms, history and a medical examination which are necessary to evaluate the patient's general condition. In more severe cases X-rays, CAT Scan or MRI may be necessary to assess the condition of the cervical spine's soft tissues including intervertebral discs, muscles and ligaments.

It is important that qualified medical advice is obtained as soon as possible as the medical record will used for the assessment of the value of the personal injury compensation to be awarded It is therefore important that the injury is documented in full as soon as possible after the accident.

We represent a national network of Canadian personal injury lawyers and admission to our panel is only open to those specialists who have a track record which proves their ability relating to all aspects of the law relevant to motor accident claims including pedestrian accidents, passenger accidents, motorcycle accidents and bicycle accidents. As a company we are very experienced in these matters and we offer expertise that is second to none and all of our lawyers deal exclusively in claims involving physical injury. Motor accident claims in particular can be complex, difficult legal issues and often involve liability disputes especially when both sides blame each other. You may rest assured that our car accident lawyers will deal with these claims in an efficient, business like manner and you will not be kept waiting any longer than necessary for your compensation.

Ensuring that fair compensation is obtained in any personal injury claim requires a close working relationship between a team of specialist lawyers and medical experts who are leaders in their field. If you have suffered from whiplash symptoms as a result of an accident we are able to call upon the services of some of the most eminent medical consultants in the country. You will receive a complete professional service from lawyers who specialize in claiming compensation for personal injury caused as a result of an accident.

We will give you clear unequivocal advice about your chances of success and the anticipated value of your claim. If after talking to us you decide not to take matters further you are under no obligation to do so and you will not be charged anything at all. If you would like to talk to an experienced advocate without obligation then just complete and send the contact form and a lawyer who deals exclusively in accident claims will phone you with free advice and information on how best to preserve your legal rights to compensation for your injuries.