Using x-rays as proof of whiplash in court?

If you have been involved in a car accident and have since had neck pain, it is really important that you be aware of what to document in case your injury should ultimately result in a personal injury claim. Unfortunately, x-rays are not a good way to prove whiplash as it cannot be seen on MRI, CT scan or x-ray, although your doctor may order x-rays if he suspects a fraction or dislocation of the cervical spine. You should keep careful records of each doctor you see as well as every treatment involved in your injury.

A whiplash injury may not always be immediately recognized, and if you have been in a car accident, your response to the accident is to tense up the muscles in your neck. Over the course of the next few days, you may experience tightness and stiffness in your neck, serious, dull, aching neck pain, dizziness, headaches, problems with balance, or equilibrium, back pain, memory issues or difficulty concentrating. Even if your whiplash injury seems minor, if left undiagnosed and untreated, it could lead to chronic pain, and can also make you more susceptible to future neck or back injuries.

Legal Assistance

If you have been involved in a car accident and suspect whiplash, whether immediately following the accident, or several days later, it is imperative that you contact a personal injury lawyer who can make sure your rights are protected. You should receive medical attention, then call a skilled attorney with a solid history in whiplash cases.