Cuts & Lacerations

Why You Need a Houston Car Accident Attorney

A vehicle crash can result in sharp and jagged edges of metal and broken glass that pose a high risk of injury to the driver. Cuts and lacerations can occur at the time of the impact, or they can result from the driver having to exit the wreckage after the crash.

The most minor type of cut is a superficial laceration or abrasion. It only involves the top layer of skin called the epidermis. The usual treatment for such a wound is to wash it and keep it clean and dry until it heals.

If, however, the laceration reaches below the top layer of skin and into the dermis, it can become more serious. The dermis contains blood vessels and nerves, meaning that cuts this deep can be significantly more painful than a superficial injury and require more medical attention.

The most serious cuts are those that reach deeper than the dermis, causing injury to muscles, tendons, bones, and organs. These wounds need immediate medical care to prevent excessive bleeding and trauma. Also, any laceration can become infected if it is contaminated, which means more medical attention will be necessary. In addition, you will need to the support and legal guidance of a professional Houston car accident lawyer.

After Your Auto Accident

If you have been involved in a car accident and have suffered cuts and lacerations requiring medical treatment, you deserve to be compensated. Medical bills can be expensive and you should not be required to pay for them because of an accident you did not cause. With an auto accident attorney on your side, you could build a case and fight for your rights.

At the Law Office of Sebastian J. Simon, we have years of experience assisting clients in obtaining maximum compensation for their car accident injury cases. Find out what we can do for you! Insurance companies often are reluctant to pay accident victims the full amount they need or deserve. Our legal team is dedicated to pursuing justice and will do everything we can to defend your rights. Learn exactly how we can help by calling today for a free case evaluation.