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Internal injuries are some of the most dangerous results of a car accident. They are not always easy to see right away. A person may feel fine after a crash, then get much worse in the hours or days that follow. If you suffered internal injuries in a crash in Massachusetts or New Hampshire, you may have the right to financial compensation. The Boston car accident lawyers at DiBella Law Injury and Accident Lawyers have recovered millions of dollars for injured clients. Just want to understand your legal options? Call 855-342-3552 for a free consultation.
Quick Facts: What Are Internal Injuries from a Car Accident?
- Internal injuries happen when the force of a crash damages organs, blood vessels, or tissues inside the body, without an open wound on the outside
- They are often called “hidden injuries” because they do not always show up right away
- Common causes: seatbelt pressure, airbag force, steering wheel impact, being thrown inside the vehicle
Types of Internal Injuries from Car Crashes
| Type of Injury | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Internal bleeding | Moderate | blood pooling inside the chest, abdomen, or skull |
| Organ damage | Severe | spleen, liver, kidney, or lung injuries |
| Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) | Moderate | air leaks into the chest cavity |
| Traumatic aortic rupture | Fatal | a tear in the body's largest artery |
| Abdominal trauma | Moderate | bruising or rupture of the intestines or stomach |
| Cardiac contusion | Moderate | bruising of the heart muscle from blunt impact |
| Internal head injuries | Severe | subdural hematoma (bleeding on the brain), diffuse axonal injury |
Warning Signs of Internal Injuries After a Crash
Watch for these symptoms after a car accident and seek emergency care right away if you experience any of them:
- Abdominal pain or swelling
- Dizziness, confusion, or fainting
- Blood in urine or stool
- Chest pain or difficulty breathing
- Skin that looks bruised but has no obvious cause
- Nausea or vomiting
- Feeling cold, clammy, or extremely weak
Do not wait to see a doctor after a crash. Symptoms can take hours or days to appear.
Why Internal Injuries Are Hard to Diagnose
Internal injuries are hard to diagnose because adrenaline from the crash can mask pain for hours. Even when car accident victims visit an emergency room, standard checks may miss internal bleeding if it is in an early stage. Additionally, some injuries only appear on CT scans, MRIs, or ultrasounds, and those are expensive medical tests that people often decline.
However, insurance companies often argue that your injury was not caused by the crash if you delayed medical care. This is why you should see a doctor immediately, even if you feel okay or are worried about the cost of medical treatment.
Related: Pay Attention to These Lingering Injuries After a Car Accident
Why Work With DiBella Law for Your Car Accident Injury Claim?
You should consider working with DiBella Law for your injury claim because we’ve been there. Chris DiBella personally experienced a serious car crash, and he understands the physical and emotional impact that auto accidents have on your life.
The legal team at DiBella Law has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We’ve been able to recover millions because we work with medical experts to properly document internal injuries and connect them to your accident. The good news? You can get a free case evaluation to better understand your legal options and you will not have to pay anything unless we win.
Examples of internal injuries case settlements at DiBella Law:
- Confidential Settlement — Our client suffered extensive nerve damage from a car accident in Cambridge, MA. He could not return to his work as a scientist, and could no longer enjoy his life’s passions.
- $625,000 — Our client, a senior woman, fell and struck her head during transit, suffering a massive brain bleed, and had to be placed on life support.
- $130,000 — Our client was rear-ended at a rotary. Drove home, then felt tingling in his legs and feet. ER visit revealed injuries requiring surgery. Internal symptoms appeared hours after the crash.
But don’t take our word for it. We have over 400 5-star reviews and testimonials across our online profiles, showing our team is dedicated to recovering the maximum compensation for our clients.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
It is important to utilize the insurance policies of the involved parties in the crash because the coverage is meant to cover costs like:
- Medical bills such as emergency room, surgery, hospital stays, doctor visits and rehabilitation
- Future medical costs if the injury causes long-term damage
- Lost wages during recovery
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life
Working with an experienced Boston personal injury attorney allows you to focus on your medical care, while we handle negotiations and communication with insurance adjusters.
Call DiBella Law Today for a Free Case Evaluation
Fill out our contact form or call 855-342-3552 for a free case evaluation. In your free case evaluation, our compassionate team will help you decide the next steps for your particular situation. No legal fees unless we win!