Last Updated: Aug 10, 2026
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Common Injuries Resulting From Car Accidents in Tennessee
It’s important to visit a doctor following any type of car crash. Don’t let anyone convince you to avoid going to the hospital, not even well-meaning family members. Getting medical care matters because not all injuries are easy to see, and they can have adverse effects on your health without proper treatment. Additionally, having medical records of any injuries can help our Memphis, TN auto accident lawyer build a strong case on your behalf.
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are a common and serious effect of car accidents. These dangerous injuries happen when your head impacts against another object at high speed, such as the steering wheel or rear windshield. Every year, up to 90,000 people experience long-term disability from TBIs.
- Back Injuries
Back injuries can cause intense pain that lasts for years or decades. These are some of the most common injuries in a car accident. At Patterson Bray, we often advise our clients to keep an eye out for back problems in the days or weeks after a crash because these injuries can take a few weeks to show up.
- Neck Injuries
Whiplash and other neck injuries can occur in a car accident even if you’re wearing your seatbelt. These injuries affect the ligaments, tendons and muscles of the neck, causing long-term pain and suffering. Don’t underestimate seemingly “minor” car accidents; whiplash can occur even at speeds of just 15 mph. Contact an auto accident lawyer in Memphis, TN, after any kind of car accident.
- Facial Injuries and Scars
If your face impacts the steering wheel or other surfaces in an accident — sometimes even the airbag — it can suffer significant injuries. Disfiguring facial injuries also happen when pieces of glass cut you.
Getting the medical care you need isn’t just about healing wounds, it’s about taking care of your emotional trauma afterward as well. At Patterson Bray, we care about helping you get the full compensation you need to recover in every sense: physically, mentally and emotionally.
- Internal Bleeding and Injuries to Organs
It’s wise to go to the hospital even if you don’t feel pain right away. Someone can seem fine yet have damage to internal organs. These internal injuries are life-threatening.
- Hand Injuries
Injuries to the hands are common in car accidents. What makes these injuries especially concerning is that they can affect your ability to work in the future. That’s why any personal injury lawsuit you file needs to keep in mind your future financial needs as well as current treatment. An auto accident lawyer in Memphis, TN can help you consider your case carefully.
Contact Our Auto Accident Attorney Today
If you have been injured in a recent crash, chances are that your medical bills are mounting and that you may be missing work in order to heal from your injuries. Suffering in the wake of a car crash can be costly and that burden may not need to be yours to bear. It is a good idea to talk with our experienced Memphis, TN auto accident lawyer to explore your rights and options under the law. For more information on how we can assist you, contact the legal team at Patterson Bray PLLC today.
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