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Neck Injury Lawyer
At Abronson Law Offices, we represent clients across California who’ve suffered neck injuries due to someone else’s negligence. If your injury affects your ability to work, care for yourself, or enjoy daily life, we’re here to help.
There are strict legal timeframes to file a claim in California. For most incidents, you have two years from the date of the incident but when a non-federal government agency is involved, that window could be as short as six months. Don’t wait and risk your recovery. Contact our legal team today for a free consultation.
Why Do I Need a Lawyer for a Neck Injury?
According to the Korey Stringer Institute there are an estimated twelve thousand new cases of neck injury in the US each year, 42% of which are a result of vehicle crashes. Science Direct further notes that neck pain is the fourth leading cause of disability, with an annual prevalence rate exceeding 30%.
Neck injuries are easy to sustain but are hard to prove. What may start as soreness or stiffness can turn into long-term pain, nerve damage, or even paralysis. Our attorneys know how to connect your symptoms to the accident, using diagnostic records, expert evaluations, and clinical documentation. Whether it’s a strain or a spinal fracture, we know how to present your case clearly, powerfully, and persuasively. We work with your doctors and our experts to show the full impact of your injury.
Why Choose Abronson Law Offices?
We understand how a neck injury can impact every part of your life, from your career to your sleep, your mobility to your mental health. Our team has decades of experience fighting for people whose lives have been changed by spinal and cervical trauma.
What sets us apart:
· Proven results in complex neck injury cases
· Access to top medical experts for evaluation and testimony
· Aggressive negotiations backed by trial experience
· Transparent communication, every step of the way
· You don’t pay unless we win your case
We have recovered compensation for clients suffering from:
· Herniated cervical discs requiring spinal fusion or discectomy
· Neck fractures with permanent range-of-motion loss
· · Severe muscle strain causing chronic headaches and stiffness
· Nerve impingement resulting in radiating pain, tingling, or numbness
· Whiplash and soft tissue injuries requiring long-term physical therapy or chiropractic care
· Spinal cord contusions and inflammation leading to partial paralysis
· Cervical injuries aggravated by unsafe work conditions or vehicle rollovers
· Vertigo, sleep disruption, and postural instability following trauma
· Chronic pain syndromes impacting physical and emotional wellbeing
· Future surgeries and reduced earnings due to progressive disc degeneration
Whether your case involves whiplash from a rear-end crash or a fractured vertebra in a fall, we build your claim to reflect the true cost of recovery.
Types of Neck Injuries We Handle
Neck Strain and Sprain
Injury to muscles, tendons, or ligaments in the neck. These injuries are common in whiplash and sudden impact trauma and can lead to spasms, stiffness, and limited movement.
Herniated or Bulging Discs
When cervical discs rupture or shift out of place, they press against spinal nerves, causing pain, weakness, or numbness in the arms and hands. These injuries often require surgery or long-term therapy.
Fractured Vertebrae
Breaks in the cervical spine can result from high-impact crashes or falls. These are medical emergencies and may cause permanent spinal cord damage if not treated quickly.
Spinal Cord Contusions and Compression
Bruising or pressure on the spinal cord from trauma. This injury type may result in temporary or permanent paralysis depending on severity and treatment delays.
Nerve Root Impingement
Compression of the nerves as they exit the cervical spine. This leads to radiating pain, loss of grip strength, and impaired coordination.
Quadriplegia (Tetraplegia)
Damage high in the cervical spine (C1–C4) can lead to complete paralysis of all limbs and loss of autonomous functions like breathing or bladder control.
What Compensation Can I Recover?
If someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you may be eligible for:
· Medical expenses (past and future)
· Lost income and reduced earning potential
· Pain and suffering
· Rehabilitation and long-term care
· Emotional distress
· Any other damages unique to your case
We work with medical experts, financial analysts, and crash investigators to build a strong case and address all the impacts this incident has had on your life. Our goal is to make sure your compensation reflects the true cost of how any incident has affected your life, not just what the insurance company is willing to pay.
Common Questions About Neck Injuries Cases
How do I Know if My Neck Injury is Serious?
A: Any neck pain after an accident should be evaluated by a medical provider. Numbness, radiating pain, weakness, or loss of motion are signs of possible disc or nerve damage.
What if I Have a Pre-Existing Neck Condition?
A: That doesn’t disqualify you. If the accident worsened your condition or triggered new symptoms, you’re still entitled to compensation.
Can I Recover Damages if I Didn’t Need Surgery?
A: Yes. Many neck injuries require therapy, injections, or long-term medication instead of surgery. These still count as compensable damages.
Who Determines Fault in an Incident?
A: Any decision made by an insurance adjustor is not final. We independently investigate every crash and work with accident reconstruction experts when necessary. If a case does not settle only the jury or judge gets to decide who is at fault.
What if I Can’t Afford a Lawyer?
A: You don’t need to. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe nothing unless we recover money for you.
Can I Sue Even if the Person Responsible wasn’t Criminally Charged?
A: Yes. Civil liability is separate from criminal charges. We can pursue compensation regardless of whether the responsible party was arrested or convicted.
Can I Recover Damages Even if I was Partially at Fault?
A: Yes. California follows comparative negligence. Your compensation may be reduced, but you can still recover for the portion not caused by your actions.
Do I Still have a Claim if I Heal Fully?
A: Yes. Even if you fully heal you are still entitled to the time lost, pain endured, and costs incurred still matter. You’re entitled to compensation for what you went through.
What if I had Delayed Treatment?
A: A delay does not destroy your case, but it may give the insurance company a reason to challenge the seriousness or cause of your injuries. We work with your doctors to clearly connect your treatment to the incident and counter any attempts to downplay your injuries.
Do I Need to Wait Until Treatment is Complete?
A: Sometimes. When possible it is usually best to wait until treatment is complete before settling your claim. Because you can only settle your claim one time you want to know the full extent of your injuries before doing so. Where there is permanent injury, we work with your doctors and life care planners to estimate the full scope of future treatment so your case reflects long-term needs.
Will a Settlement Cover a Lifetime of Care?
A: It can. We build claims that include future medical costs, equipment replacement, caregiver expenses, and lost income through retirement age.
Is Emotional Trauma Considered Part of the Claim?
A: Absolutely. PTSD, anxiety, depression, and fear of public spaces are all compensable in civil claims and often a major part of recovery.
Are Scars Considered “Compensable”?
A: Absolutely. Permanent scars can be a major part of claims, especially in children or victims who require further treatment to reduce scarring.
Do I Need Surgery to have a Strong Case?
A: No. Many cases involve long-term physical therapy or non-surgical treatment. However, if surgery is required, we make sure it’s factored into the claim value.
What if I Already had Arthritis or Degeneration?
A: Pre-existing conditions don’t disqualify you. If the accident made your condition worse or accelerated the need for treatment, you’re still entitled to compensation under California law.
What if I Already have a Preexisting Condition?
A: Pre-existing conditions do not disqualify you. If the accident caused an injury that otherwise wouldn’t have occurred or exacerbated a preexisting condition, you still have a valid claim.
Do I Need a Lawyer if the Insurance Company Made Me an Offer?
A: Always speak to a lawyer first. Early settlement offers are often far below the long-term cost of your recovery and once you accept, you can’t ask for more later.
Will I Have to go to Trial?
A: Most cases settle but we prepare every case as if it might go to trial. Our trial readiness helps us negotiate from a position of strength.
Can I Sue if My Injury Happened at Work?
A: Yes. While workers’ comp may cover medical care, you may also have a separate third-party claim if another entity (equipment manufacturer, subcontractor, etc.) caused your injury.
Get a Free, No-Pressure Consultation
You do not have to do this alone. Our team is here to help you understand your rights, evaluate your case, and move forward with confidence. We offer fully remote services and free consultations by phone or video. If you’re recovering at home or in the hospital, we’ll meet you where you are.
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332 North 2nd Street
San Jose, CA 95112
San Francisco Office
1390 Market Street, Suite 200
San Francisco, California 94102
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Phone: (408) 687-9155
Fax: (408) 352-5595