New Jersey Soft-Tissue Injury Attorney
Are you or someone you love dealing with a soft-tissue injury? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, soft-tissue injuries are quite common. Perhaps it’s because they can occur from most types of accidents, and they can happen just about anywhere on the body, such as the arms, back, neck, legs, hands, feet, and so on.
If your injury was sustained in an accident through no fault of your own, you may be able to seek compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. It’s always a good idea to have a conversation with an attorney to review your case - and do so before speaking with an insurance adjuster.
The skilled attorneys at Leonard Legal Group can inform you of your rights after an accident that resulted in your soft tissue injury. Please contact us for more information today.
Types of Soft Tissue Injuries
Below is a list of the most common types of soft-tissue injuries. Remember, countless accident scenarios could produce these injuries, from car crashes to workplace accidents.
- Contusions or bruises
- Sprains
- Whiplash
- Tendonitis
- Bursitis
- Stress injuries
- Muscle strains
- Burns and scarring
- Neck injuries
- Punctures
- Penetrations
- Bites
- Torn skin
- Lacerations
Pain medication, icing, physical therapy, and/or chiropractic care may be needed to treat a soft-tissue injury. Some soft tissue tears can require surgery and might cause permanent movement restrictions.
Causes of Soft-Tissue Injuries
Not surprisingly, auto accidents are a primary cause of soft-tissue injuries, such as accidents involving:
Many people suffer soft tissue injuries in the workplace as well. Here is a brief sampling of the many ways workers sustain this type of injury:
- Slipping or tripping
- Falls from heights
- Running into walls, doors, or other obstacles
- Repetitive motion
- Machine entanglement
Whenever you sustain an injury of any kind, your priority should be to seek professional medical care right away. It’s essential to focus on your health and address pain or injuries as soon as possible.
You may need to recover financially from your injuries as well. Even with insurance, medical expenses can mount and burden you financially. You may even lose income if you miss work for medical appointments or due to injury-related limitations. On top of that, your accident and injuries may cause you physical and emotional pain and suffering. For these reasons, you want to consult with an experienced soft-tissue lawyer to see if you have a case.
Get Help from a New Jersey Soft Tissue Attorney
Before you talk to an insurance adjuster, speak with an attorney to understand your rights. Remember, insurers want to resolve cases for as little money as possible. They know how to ask the right questions to get you to say something that can harm your case.
When you work with a soft-tissue attorney at Leonard Legal Group, you can refer all correspondence from the insurance companies to us, and we’ll handle everything.
Call us at 973-984-1414 or contact us online now to get answers to all your questions. Schedule a free initial review of your case, and we’ll discuss the monetary compensation you may be entitled to receive.