Whiplash is an injury associated with the neck caused by a forceful rapid back and forth or side-to-side movement of the upper body and neck. These injuries are often caused by rear-end accidents, but they can be caused by any type of vehicle impact. While wearing a seat belt certainly prevents many severe injuries from happening, individuals can still sustain whiplash even if they do wear their seat belts appropriately.

First and foremost, people represented by a lawyer end up with settlements that are two-to-three times larger than those who do not retain attorneys on average. Insurance companies are fully aware of that fact. The more time that goes by between an accident and hiring an attorney, the better the insurance company feels about its chances. 

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in New Orleans, Metairie or the surrounding area, the best thing you can do is talk with a lawyer. You’ll get real advice about your situation and guidance to help you protect your health and income. Contact our office at Bono Law Firm to schedule a free initial consultation.

It’s important for you to have legal counsel on your side who knows the insurance companies inside and out. Working with the Bono Law Firm allows you to understand your policy and the tactics the insurance company may try to use to wrongfully deny your claim.