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Soft Tissue Injury
Atlanta Personal Injury Lawyers Serving All of Georgia Including Cumming and Alpharetta
Soft tissue injuries refer to muscle, tendon, nerve, and ligament damage. Depending on the extent of the injury, tissue injuries can cause pain, swelling and loss of function, and are usually the result of tears, sprains, and strains on the body. It can be hours or days after an accident that a person realizes soft tissue has been damaged. Even though the injury can be extremely debilitating, it cannot be seen on an x-ray.
The term “soft tissue injury” refers to a family of related types of injuries that include whiplash. With this type of injury, it can be difficult to gather medical evidence of the extent of your pain. Additionally, your pain might not arise until some time has passed since the accident that caused it, making it tricky to trace your pain to the accident itself.
When the accident was someone else’s fault, however, justice demands a response. Problems like these are common for personal injury lawyers like us, and it is our job to solve them. In fact, solving such problems on behalf of injured victims is exactly what we do all day, every day. And we always represent victims, not defendants.
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My attorney, David Van Sant and his law firm were outstanding in handling my personal injury case. I was out of work for a considerable amount of time due to an automobile accident and Mr. Van Sant and his entire team were always kind, professional, knowledgeable and especially available. This law firm did their absolute best to answer and return calls and at no time did I ever feel like just a number or stranger. My experience with Mr. Van Sant and his law firm (from beginning to end), were very positive as well as favorable.
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I had a head on collusion that left me with a totaled car & very bad injuries. From the first time I spoke to David Van Sant to the end I have been totally satisfied. I worked with Patricia she was very compassionate yet professional she was always ready to answer any concerns that I might have. I am grateful that my daughter found this law firm for me.
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"Van Sant Law was the right support to call after my car accident with my daughter."They were referred to me by a close friend of mine. Extremely professional, and asked the language I feel comfortable to discuss my case in. Alex Rusanov was my case manager and explained every aspect of my case during the process. I would highly recommend to use this law firm if you were injured in a car accident. Drive safe and stay alert!- Angela
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The team really helped us as we navigated the claims process after our oldest child had his car totaled by a drunk driver! They were incredibly professional and helped us through every step of the process! Would absolutely recommend their services! Thank you!
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What Are Soft Tissue Injuries?
There are many different types of soft tissue injuries, including:
- Hyperextension – damage to ligaments in the elbow when it is pushed back or turned the wrong way.
- Musculoskeletal – caused by repetitive motion, exertion, and/or stress on a part of the body
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – muscle weakness, pain, tingling, and other sensations in the wrist that is caused by nerve compression
- Brachial Plexus Lesion Injury – nerve damage along the spine, neck and arms
- Rotator Cuff Injuries – injury involving the shoulder
Every Case Starts with the Right Call
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Airplane Accidents
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Animal Attacks
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ATV Accidents & Four-Wheeler Accidents
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Bad Faith Insurance
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Bicycle Accident
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Boating Accident
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Bus Accidents
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Car Accidents
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Catastrophic Injuries
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Commercial Vehicle Accidents
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Defective Products
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Dog Bites
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DOT Claims
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Elevator & Escalator Accidents
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Food Poisoning
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Funeral Home Negligence
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Golf Cart Accidents
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Medical Malpractice
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Motorcycle Accidents
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Nursing Home Abuse
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Pedestrian Accidents
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Police Brutality
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Premises Liability
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Public Transportation Accidents
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Rape & Sexual Assault Victims
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Rideshare Accidents
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Scooter Accidents
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Soft Tissue Injury
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Swimming Pool Accidents
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Train Accident
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Truck Accident
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Whiplash Injury
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Workers' Compensation
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Wrongful Death
You Don’t Need a Dime to Retain Us
At Van Sant Law, it is the value of your claim that matters, not the size of your bank account. We win so often (well over 90 percent of the time) that we can afford to wait until after your claim is resolved and you receive compensation to bill you for our legal services. In the unlikely event that we fail to secure compensation for you, our legal services bill will total precisely $0.00.
If you’ve been injured in an accident you should speak with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our office directly at (800) 234-9556 to schedule your free consultation.
Your Questions, Answered
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 800-234-9556 today!
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What Should I Do After a Soft Tissue Injury?
- Seek medical treatment immediately.
- Show up for doctor’s appointments on time.
- Follow all of your doctor’s recommendations, so that the defendant cannot credibly claim that your injuries were partly your fault.
- Assemble witnesses who can testify about the impact of your injuries.
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I Intend to Seek a Private Settlement. Is There Any Reason for Me to Prepare for a Trial?Yes. Although most soft tissue injury claims are settled out of court, the best way to secure a generous settlement is to show the defendant that you are prepared to win in court if it comes to that. You might also have to file a lawsuit (and perhaps attend a deposition) to motivate the defendant to settle.
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What Are “Pain and Suffering” Damages?
Pain and suffering damages are awarded to compensate you for the physical pain you suffered. As long as you can prove the full extent of your pain and suffering, your pain and suffering damages could far exceed your compensation for medical expenses. Other possible types of intangible damages include:
- Mental anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium
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Can I Enforce a Claim Against the Employer of a Commercial Driver Who Injured Me in a Car Accident?Yes, as long as the commercial driver was acting within the scope of his duties at the time of the accident, and as long as the driver really was an employee. Commercial truckers, for example, are usually considered independent contractors rather than employees.
