More than 16 million adults in the U.S. experience chronic or persistent back pain due to a broad range of back injuries. Back pain is also one the most costly conditions in the U.S. A back injury can develop gradually over time due to poor posture or heavy lifting at work or suddenly due to an accident.
If you or a loved one has suffered a back injury, the West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer at Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa can investigate your case, determine who is liable for your injuries, and ensure that you get fairly compensated.
What Exactly is a Back Injury?
When a bone, joint, nerve, muscle, or connective tissue in your back is damaged, the result is a back injury. This can lead to minor discomfort or disabling pain. A back injury can impact any part of the back but usually affects the lower portion of the back. Common back injuries are:
- Strains
- Sprains
- Fractured vertebrae
- Herniated disc
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal stenosis
Back injuries can be minor or potentially life-threatening, depending on what caused it and the extent of the damage. While minor back injuries may heal quickly, more severe injuries can cause long-term or permanent disabilities that will negatively impact your independence, mobility, and your entire life.
What Usually Causes a Back Injury?
Back injuries can result from:
- Playing sports
- Doing physically demanding chores in the house or garden
- From slip, trip, and fall accidents
- Lifting heavy objects
- Repetitive motions at work
- Workplace accidents
- Motor vehicle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Construction accidents
Regardless of how you sustained your back injury or what or who is responsible for causing it, our West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer will ensure that the at-fault party is held liable for your damages.
When to See Your Doctor for a Back Injury?
Go to your doctor if you’re experiencing back pain:
- From any kind of accident, like a car crash, workplace accident, or a slip and fall
- That persists after several days or four weeks
- That wakes you up
- That’s getting worse
- That’s accompanied by abdominal pain
If you are suffering from a serious back injury, head to the nearest hospital right away. Common symptoms of a serious back injury include:
- Paralysis
- Fever
- Bloody urine
- Changes in passing stools or urinating
- Shortness of breath or any breathing difficulties
- Numbness or weakness in the hands, arms, legs, groin area, or genital area
Ideally, you should head to the hospital or your doctor right after you injure your back. Doing so will ensure that you have a medical record of your visit, which you can use later as evidence of your back injury in a workers’ comp claim or personal injury claim.
Consult With a Skilled West Palm Beach Back Injury Lawyer Now
Whether through a successful workers’ compensation claim or personal injury lawsuit, our West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer can help you secure the compensation you need to cover your back injury-related losses. Arrange your free consultation with the West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer at Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa by reaching us online or dialing 561-478-2500.