Hundreds of car accidents occur on a daily basis. While most simply involve a crumpled fender or some dents, a certain percentage cause traumatic injuries and a total loss of the vehicles involved. A personal injury from a car accident may result in considerable medical debt and a lengthy rehabilitation. While a personal injury lawyer may not be able to restore full bodily function, he or she can help a victim receive appropriate compensation from the offender or the offender's insurance.

A paralytic injury is a common result of a severe car accident. A victim's muscles are unable to move or produce their full power. Paralysis can occur either from damage to the nerves or as a result of injury to the spinal cord. The most visible signs of paralysis include paraplegia and quadriplegia. Paraplegia renders a victim unable to move their legs, while quadriplegia results in complete paralysis of the arms and legs. While these are the most obvious signs of paralysis, smaller paralysis can occur.

An injury to the head can induce brain damage after a car accident. As the brain controls an overwhelming amount of bodily functions, a victim may suffer memory losses, learning inabilities, and even a crippling of their motor skills. A brain injury is somewhat uncommon, as the brain is encased within the protective skull, but can happen.

Frequently common in car accidents are back injuries. For people who make a living in a physically laborious job, a back injury can mean an end to employment. Whiplash or injuries to the neck are also typical in a car accident. While the body is strapped in securely with a seat belt, a sudden stop or movement in an unexpected direction causes the neck to snap in an unnatural manner. Some people may experience a fear of entering a vehicle or attempting to drive following their accident. This can make errands, business trips, or even vacations difficult or impossible to enjoy.

A victim who has suffered a severe or traumatic injury due to another person's vehicular negligence or carelessness should contact an attorney who specializes in car accident and personal injury lawsuits. A severe personal injury affects both the victim and their family. A lawyer may not be able to restore a victim's previous quality of life, but they can ensure that a victim will not be penniless, broke and unable to provide for themselves or their families.