After an auto accident, even a minor one, take a moment to stop, let the initial shock subside, and assess how you truly feel. This is especially important if you felt an injury to your neck or back. The sheer force of an accident can cause the neck to whip around unnaturally, which is why victims involved in car crashes commonly suffer neck and spinal cord injuries.

In the most serious cases, these spinal cord injuries can be catastrophic and life altering, resulting in decreased mobility, a diminished ability to work, or even paralysis that requires long-term care. Victims who suffer catastrophic spinal cord injuries often choose to work with experienced personal injury lawyers because the need for compensation for their expenses and future needs is so great.

How do I know if I have a spinal cord injury?

While some automobile accidents can be minor, involving only a slight amount of impact and damage to your car, you should still be wary about the possibility of injury. You may be going through a number of emotions, you may be feeling shaky, and adrenaline is coursing through your body, which can often mask the feeling of pain.

You may have heard of those who walk away from accidents completely unscathed, only to find out many weeks later that their injuries worsened. Spinal cord injuries are especially alarming, as they can lead to paralysis for many victims.

Look for these possible symptoms of spinal cord injury:

  • Difficulty walking
  • Headache
  • Stiffness in the neck
  • Loss of ability to discern between hot and cold
  • Decreased or loss of mobility
  • Stinging pains or the sensation of numbness
  • Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing
  • Muscle spasms or overactive reflexes
  • Decreased sexual arousal or performance

While we tend to think of the most severe cases when we think of spinal cord injuries, it is important to note that injuries to your spinal cord are not always readily apparent. At Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers, we advise that at any point after your accident, you seek medical attention to rule out any possibility of a spinal cord injury or to get the treatment you need as soon as possible.

Contact the Clearwater Car Accident Law Firm of Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers for Help Today

For more information, please contact the legal team of Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers for a free initial consultation with a car accident lawyer in Clearwater. We have four convenient locations in Florida: Clearwater, New Port Richey, and Tampa.

We serve throughout Pinellas County, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, and its surrounding areas:

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers – Clearwater Office
1811 N. Belcher Road, Suite I-1
Clearwater, FL 33765
(727) 787-2500

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers – Congress Ave Office
2360 Congress Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33763
(727) 591-5610

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers – Tampa Office
6601 Memorial Hwy Suite 202
Tampa, FL 33615
(813) 686-7588

Roman Austin Personal Injury Lawyers – New Port Richey Office
2515 Seven Springs Blvd.
New Port Richey, FL, 34655
(727) 815-8442