NEW YORK CITY NECK INJURY ATTORNEY
Neck injuries are one of the most common injuries from traffic accidents, and the symptoms are not always present right away. That’s why you need an experienced New York City neck injury attorney to represent you. After a car, bus, truck, or bicycle accident, it’s a good idea to check to see if your neck has a full range of motion. Gently moved your down and around in a circle and notice if there is any pain with this movement. Our necks are less protected than other parts of the body, and what might feel like a slight twinge initially could be a herniated disc, a torn ligament or even a slight fracture. This is all the more reason you should seriously consider taking an ambulance to the hospital directly from the scene of an accident.
It’s also a good idea to call an expert New York City Neck Injury Attorney to find out what you might need to do right away to preserve your rights. At Wittenstein & Wittenstein, we’ve been holding client’s hands through their cases for over 60 years. Let us work on the legal aspects of your situation, while you focus on returning to full health. Please call us for a free consultation at 718-261-8114.
Strains and Sprains (Whiplash)
Whiplash is the lay term for mild traumatic injuries to the neck. Sensitive tendons, muscles, and ligaments work together in your neck. A strain of the neck is when the muscle or tendon is suddenly contracted or stretched. A sprain is when the ligaments are stretched or torn. It is very difficult to diagnose a neck problem with any certainty without Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) films. With an MRI, a doctor can determine the extent of your neck problem and recommend the best treatment.
Herniated Disc
The neck (cervical spine) is made up of discs with a hard shell and a soft gel filled interior. This works to absorb force and protects the spine. When the gel inside the disc protrudes, due to trauma or degeneration, this is known as a herniated disc. Symptoms include a shooting pain that radiates down the arms, numbness or tingling and muscle weakness.
A herniated disc is usually diagnosed with an MRI and clinical testing of reflexes, range of motion and pain level. Treatment is usually a combination of physical therapy, chiropractic treatment, pain relievers and muscle relaxants. Rarely, surgery is necessary to relieve the pain.
These are the most common types of traumatic neck injuries from traffic accidents. If you have sustained an injury to your neck, you should seek medical treatment and consider suing the negligent party for compensation. Please call Wittenstein & Wittenstein for a free consultation at 718-261-8114
History of Construction Accidents
Sadly, despite efforts to regulate the industry, builders have found it more cost effective to pay fines than to employ safety measures. This has resulted in a history of preventable fatalities on construction sites that is heartbreaking. We learn in school about these great achievements, but little is told of the collateral damage to workers, as a result of an intentional disregard for safety. This trend continues as construction projects continue to ignore safety protocols putting their workers at risk for fatal construction accidents. Until there are criminal penalties imposed on builders, this trend is likely to continue. The history of construction accidents is marred by a lack of concern for worker safety. Construction [...]
What’s Changed For Car Accidents As NYC Reopens?
New York City finally entered Phase I of reopening this Monday, June 8th. This smart reopening is only happening because we’re continuing to see a downward trend in new cases, hospitalizations and deaths. At the peak of the crisis there were few cars on the road, but traffic is expected to pick up after the re-opening, increasing the likelihood of accidents. People injured in car accidents were sent home during the lockdown for fear of stressing hospitals and spreading the disease. There are still precautions in place, but new options are becoming available for car accident victims. It’s hard to keep up on all these changes, that’s why it’s a good idea to call a Queens [...]
What To Expect From a Personal Injury Attorney
Everybody knows that personal injury attorneys collect money for accident victims. Beyond that, it’s not always so clear how much they charge and what services they can be expected to provide. Most personal injury attorneys take cases on contingency, meaning that you don’t pay anything until the case is settled or tried, and then only if the attorney is successful, but there are variations and loopholes that you should be aware of that are not always in the client’s best interest. Here’s what to expect from a reputable Brooklyn personal injury attorney or Queens Accident attorney that is practicing ethically and properly. Free Consultation Virtually all personal injury attorneys offer a free consultation, so if you [...]
Executive Order – Kennedy Center (Speculative)
SUMMARY January 20, 2029 Today, the President signed an Executive Order restoring the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to its lawful name, memorial status, and independent governance. The Order voids unauthorized renaming actions taken on December 18, 2025, reaffirms congressional intent, and restores the Center as a national cultural institution held in trust for the American people—not as a vehicle for personal or political legacy. FULL EXECUTIVE ORDER TEXT [PASTE YOUR FULL EO TEXT HERE — unchanged] PRESS RELEASE WASHINGTON — The President today signed an Executive Order restoring the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to its proper legal name, memorial status, and governance structure. The Kennedy Center was [...]
I Signed a Liability Waiver, Can I Still Sue?
Most Liability Waivers are Not Enforceable in New York Companies are increasingly requiring waivers for participating in many events and recreational activities. They are intended to protect businesses from lawsuits, and act as psychological deterrents as people often assume that they cannot sue for their injuries because they signed a waiver. If you’ve been seriously injured, an experienced New York personal injury lawyer might be able to help you make a claim, even though you signed a waiver! In fact, New York law generally holds waivers of liability for negligence unenforceable. So if you are wondering, "I signed a liability waiver, can I still sue,?" the answer, mostly likely, is yes! What is a Liability Waiver? [...]
Honest Personal Injury Attorney – Is this an Oxymoron?
I tend to be the kind of person that expects the best from others, but lately, so many of my clients have been telling me horror stories about their experiences with other Personal Injury Attorneys. True, Personal Injury Attorneys and especially Car Accident Attorneys do not have the best reputation for honesty. My father trained me thirty years ago to be honest and treat all the clients with the utmost respect. I find it shocking how few attorneys actually do this. That's what prompted me to write this blog post, "Honest Personal Injury Attorney - is this an Oxymoron?" Are we like jumbo shrimp? Are so few of aware of the ethical rules and willing to [...]
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and Low Impact Collisions
Don’t believe the insurance companies when they say that it’s impossible to sustain serious injuries in a low impact collision. The reality is that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can be sustained any time there is force to the head. Brain trauma occurs in car accidents when the head is either propelled into the steering wheel, windshield or other hard objects in the vehicle. When a car is struck, sometimes the brain itself continues to move, causing it to collide with the hard bones of the skull. That’s whyan experienced Queens Brain Injuries Attorney will always recommend a trip to the emergency room after any head injury. A Slight Headache Can Be a Symptom of TBI If [...]
Do I Need a Pediatric Malpractice Attorney?
Pediatric Malpractice Attorneys specialize is handling cases for children that are victims of medical malpractice. It is a sub-specialty for the types of medical treatment that children receive, and the types of problems that tend to occur. Of course, just like with medical treatment, a generalist malpractice attorney can handle many of these cases, but it is usually better to go with a lawyer that is more knowledgeable about this particular area. A really good malpractice lawyer will know everything about the medical procedures for the case, almost as much as a doctor! Did you know that it could be malpractice for some orthopedists to treat children with broken bones? That's because children have growth plates [...]
Distracted Driving Main Cause of Car Accidents in NYC
In NYC, passenger cars and pedestrians compete with Amazon, Freshdirect, Ubers, Lyfts, black cars, yellow taxis and green taxis for their patch of roadway that’s not taken over by a bicycle lane. The background noise of blaring radios, jackhammers and construction doesn’t let you think and the flashing storefront lights cloud your vision. That’s why the best accident attorney in Queens always advises clients to drive defensively. Types of Distracted Driving If you ask a New York City catastrophic injury attorney about what you should do to stay safe, they’ll remind you to slow down and pay more careful attention when driving in bad weather or in crowded urban environments. These are the most common [...]