Whiplash Injury Compensation Claims

Whiplash is the most common injury caused in Car Accidents. Whiplash injuries usually occur when you are hit by another vehicle. If you have suffered from Whiplash as a result of a car accident, slip, trip or fall or possibly playing sport you may be entitled to make a Whiplash Injury Compensation Claim.

Vincents Solicitors can help you with your Whiplash Claim. You can call one of our experienced Whiplash Injury Claim Solicitors for immediate professional advice.

What are the causes of Whiplash?

Whiplash is caused when the neck is forcibly moved forwards and then backwards in a sudden, jerky way. Whiplash causes a neck sprain due to the jolted movement experienced, this causes the muscles to stretch more than they would normally.

What are the symptoms of Whiplash?

Whiplash symptoms can vary and include pain and stiffness in the neck and shoulder. More severe cases of Whiplash can also result in lower back pain. The extremity of pain caused by Whiplash varies.

Symptoms of Whiplash are not always recognised immediately after your accident, it can take a day or two for you to feel the Whiplash symptoms.

How do I diagnose Whiplash?

If you have been in an accident and start to feel the symptoms of Whiplash, we recommend that you see a doctor immediately. If you are making a Whiplash Injury Compensation Claim Vincents can advise you further.

What treatment will I need for a Whiplash Injury?

Once your doctor has diagnosed a Whiplash Injury he will advise you on the best course of action. Whiplash victims can be advised to wear a soft neck collar and do some light neck exercise. Treatment for Whiplash Injuries should always be recommended by your doctor. In most cases the Whiplash symptoms can clear up within a few days or a few weeks.

What amount of compensation will I receive?

You can refer to our Compensation Calculator section for a guideline to compensations amounts.

How do I make a Whiplash Injury Compensation Claim?

If you feel you have suffered from Whiplash as a result of an accident that was not your fault you may be entitled to compensation. That’s where we can help, we are a firm of Solicitors with specialists in gaining compensation for Whiplash Injury Compensation claims. Call us for expert, friendly advice.