269 People Killed in NYC Traffic Crashes

According to DOT data, 269 people died in vehicle-related crashes in New York City last year. While that total shows New York City’s streets to be the safest of any major American city and less deadly than a generation ago, as Mayor Bloomberg said when announcing the same data last year, “even one traffic fatality is too many.”

According to NYC car accident lawyer, Paul Ajlouny, traffic accident claims that walk through the door, are on the rise. Contributing factors for vehicle collisions include: Drunk drivers, fatigue behind the wheel, cell phone distraction.

269 People Killed in NYC Traffic Crashes Last Year

zygapophyseal joint injury from whiplash

Facet Joint Disorders and Whiplash

If you have been hurt in a car accident and are feeling pain in your neck, you probably have whiplash.

Whiplash, neck sprain, strain, is an injury to the makeup of the neck.

Whiplash is often the result of rear-end car crashes -- usually from a side impact or collisions head-on.

Whiplash can cause injury to the intervertebral joints, discs, ligaments, cervical muscles and nerve roots.

The cervical facet joint medically known as zygapophysial joint, is commonly injured in whiplash.

Statistically each year, over 2 million people are injured and suffer from whiplash. Whiplash can be caused by:

• Motor vehicle accident 
• A sports injury 
• A fall 
• Being struck by a falling object

Whiplash can be very real and can be very painful. Find more from New York Whiplash Lawyer, Ajlouny Paul Specializing in Whiplash Chronic Pain Injuries and Facet Joint Syndrome.

Can Low Speed Accident Cause Whiplash

Yes, Yes, Yes! Pain and stiffness to the neck from a low-impact collision without any evident injury can cause whiplash.

"Low-speed" = 1-2-20-25 mph.
"Average Speeds"=25-40 mph
"High Speeds" =40 mph plus.

New York Car Accident Lawyer, Paul Ajlouny reports that 85% of neck injuries often times result from car crashes and rear-end impacts.

Low speed rear-end impacts can leave a victim with a number symptoms.

What contributes to rear-end collision injuries:

• vehicles involved
• speed differential
• vehicle weight
• location of impact
• direction of impact
• head restraint location
• seat failure
• seat back angle
• seat back height

Unfortunately, insurance companies are skeptical when it comes to Whiplash. Whiplash doctors in New York, make sure that patients are being truthful about their pain and injury.

Doctors play a key factor in an injury victims whiplash claim. Their doctors credibility, name and image is on the line. Adjusters will review a doctor's injury report and pain treatment plan.

Whiplash Resources:

American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA)
P.O. Box 850
Rocklin, CA 95677-0850
ACPA@theacpa.org
http://www.theacpa.org
Tel: 916-632-0922 800-533-3231
Fax: 916-652-8190


National Headache Foundation
820 N. Orleans
Suite 411
Chicago, IL 60610-3132
info@headaches.org
http://www.headaches.org
Tel: 312-274-2650 888-NHF-5552 (643-5552)
Fax: 312-640-9049


New York Whiplash Lawyer
Brooklyn Office: 26 Court St Suite 11
Brooklyn, NY 11242-0103
info@ajlounyinjurylaw.com
http://www.ajlounyinjurylaw.com
Tel: 1-800-535-5029


Pain Doctors New York
info@painandinjury.com
http://www.painandinjury.com
Tel: 1800-949-6100

Whiplash is a common condition that happens when the neck is suddenly thrust forward and backward, in a vehicle accident. Whiplash Symptoms include:

• Neck pain
• Headache 
• Shoulder pain
•  Dizziness 
• Fatigue 
• Jaw pain 
• Arm pain 
• Arm weakness 
• Visual problems  
• Ringing in the ears 
• Back pain 

A person injured in a car accident should seek immediate medical attention if they feels any of these symptoms.

Other symptoms that may indicate a more physical problem may include:

• Depression
• Anger
• Frustration
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Drug dependency
• Post-traumatic stress syndrome
• Sleep disturbance
• Social isolation 

A pain doctor will review a patients history as well as preform a physical exam, x-ray, or MRI as to diagnose the extent of a patients injury as well as start the proper treatment.

If you’ve been in a car accident and are concerned about how your going to pay your medical bills its is advisable to speak to a personal injury attorney as soon as possible.

A whiplash attorney can get you the WHIPLASH SETTLEMENT you deserve.

The personal injury attorneys at Ajlouny Injury Law protect the rights of injured vehicle accident victims. We offer 24 hour help with FREE ADVICE if injured in a car accident , slip or fall or have lost a loved one from a loved one in a fatal accident.

Accidents can be traumatizing. No matter what type of injury is sustained, our lawyers are here to advise our clients, 24/7. We serve all of New York State including the New York (NYC), Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens and LI metro areas.

Our personal injury attorneys have over 30 years experience specializing in injury accident law. We have recovered over millions in settlements and verdicts four our clients.If you are too injured and can't meet with us -- we ill come to you -- home, hospital, anywhere.

Locations throughout New York:

Brooklyn

Attorney26 Court St,
Brooklyn, NY
(718) 233-3913

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Garden City, NY
(516) 535-555

Queens

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"A", 138-25 31 Dr.
Queens, NY
(718) 670-3331

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Personal Injury Attorney
p221, 244 5th Avenue
New York, NY
(212) 576-8817

Car Accident Claims and Injury

When you’re injured in a car accident, there are so many details to address from whether you have a legitimate claim, including Personal Injury Protection and medical expenses.

A car accident attorney, will discuss with you the different scenarios in filing an insurance claim and the options available that best suit your situation.

A car accident attorney helps accident victims understand whether or not you have an injury claim.

 You need to protect your rights.

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Symptoms of Whiplash

In the aftermath of an accident injured victims should be aware of certain symptoms that may indicate whiplash.

What to look for ...

The most common symptoms of whiplash include:

neck pain
neck stiffness
shoulder pain
low back pain
dizziness
pain in the arm
pain in the hand
numbness in the arm
numbness in the hand
ringing in ears
blurred vision
concentration problems
memory problems
irritability
unable to sleep
tired

If you have been injured in a car accident seek medical attention immediately.

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