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\"\"It seems the roads are forever getting busier – we always seem to be in a traffic jam, whether it be on the school runs, rush hours going to and from work, or just to go shopping on a Saturday.\u00a0 Coupled with this, people\u2019s lives are busier and more hectic; everyone is rushing to get somewhere<\/strong>.\u00a0 These 2 factors together mean that roads are more clogged with people who may be driving without the necessary care and attention, which can lead to more accidents on the roads<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

These accidents may be the result of a collision of vehicles head on, from a side road, or perhaps the most common – the rear end shunt <\/strong>(being hit from behind).\u00a0 It is in road accidents <\/a>whereby whiplash is most likely to occur.\u00a0 Whiplash<\/a> can also occur from a fall from a height, or a knock to the head – for example, whilst participating in sports.<\/p>\n

Whiplash is caused by a sudden jolt to the head which causes the neck to move beyond its normal range of movement. This then stretches tendons, ligaments and muscles in the neck causing the symptoms of whiplash.
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The symptoms of whiplash<\/a> involve neck pain and stiffness, reduced or even loss of movement in the neck, neck swelling, and even headaches.\u00a0 In fact, many of our clients report regular migraines as a result of a road traffic accident<\/a>.\u00a0 These symptoms may not become apparent until after 6 \u2013 12 hours after the accident<\/strong>. The pain symptoms may then increase for up to a week after the accident \u2013or even longer. The pain is likely to radiate down in to your shoulders, back, and even your arms. Pins and needles are a common side effect of whiplash<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

If you do suffer injury through a road traffic accident<\/a> and it was not your fault, you may be entitled to compensation<\/a>. After suffering such an accident it is important to report it to the police who may want to compile a police report on the incident.\u00a0 You should check for witnesses to the accident and obtain their contact details as they may be important in supporting any later claim you make.\u00a0 Seeking medical attention for your injuries is also important as this allows a medic to make a report of your injuries in your medical notes.\u00a0 Lastly, seek out a specialist injury lawyer<\/a> to deal with your claim.\u00a0 This should be done as soon as possible as the events will then be fresh in your mind<\/strong>.\u00a0 It must be of note that in most circumstance a claim must be brought within 3 years of the accident date – after this it may be statute barred, and you may not be able to make a claim<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

At The Injury Lawyers<\/a> we have a vast amount of experience in dealing with whiplash claims<\/a> \u2013 so feel free to get in touch<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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