Accidents involving trucks in California can be some of the most severe motor vehicle accidents because of the weight and size of these commercial vehicles. However, less severe truck mishaps produce common injuries that require significant medical treatment.
Semi-trucks produce the most complicated injuries
Semi-truck drivers have reduced visibility due to the size of their rigs. Many motorists in cars, vans and SUVs contribute to truck accidents because they don’t know how to share the road with these large vehicles.
Common injuries almost always include whiplash, characterized by pain and stiffness in the head and neck. Injuries to the back are also common, along with head and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), broken bones, lacerations and bruising, and harm to the ribs and torso, frequently caused by seatbelts and internal injuries. Many factors can affect the severity of injuries, including the difference in the size of the vehicles involved, how safety features deployed, the speed at which the vehicles were traveling and the force of the impact. Many injuries, including those to the spine and severe TBIs, can have devastating effects, especially if not treated promptly.
Seeking help for your injuries
Some personal injuries resulting from truck accidents are apparent, as they require immediate hospitalization. Others can develop over time, with pain and other symptoms developing slowly. Even these problems can become debilitating, necessitating prompt medical treatment and diagnosis. No matter the nature of the injuries you receive, a thorough examination by a doctor following the accident is essential.
Prompt and proper treatment of injuries is essential to your health, but medical documentation is also necessary for insurance claims to pay for treatments. In the most severe cases, you’ll need thorough medical documentation if you file a lawsuit against the driver for compensation for your injuries.