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Contact the experienced personal injury lawyers at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. today. title: Whiplash From a Car Accident - Chaikin & Sherman image: https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/ambulance-lights.jpg --- # Whiplash From a Car Accident * Last Updated: September 4, 2024 * Reading Time: 5 minutes Trusted Content ![090424_CSCS_APE30](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/090424_CSCS_APE30-r7ld7n5zxjd9ezimssquc85jvnm28x0iit481i4iwo.jpg "090424_CSCS_APE30") Legally Reviewed by Allan Siegel Updated 2 years ago [Home](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/) » [Washington DC Car Accident Lawyer](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/) » Whiplash From a Car Accident ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/toplawyer.png) [ ![Best Law Firms - Regional Tier 1 Badge](https://www.bestlawyers.com/Badges/Metro/35728/17508/15/washington-d-c/O/Detail.png "Best Law Firms - Regional Tier 1 Badge") ](https://www.bestlawfirms.com/firms/chaikin-sherman-cammarata-siegel/35728/US) ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Artboard-10.png) ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1.png) ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Artboard-12.png) ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Artboard-14.png) ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/TopLawyers24_t-300x185-1.png) ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Artboard-15.png) What's On This Page [Case Results](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/case-results/) $18.8 Million * Car Crash $2 Million * Car Crash $1.9 Million * Car Crash $1.37 Million * Car Crash $1.1 Million * Car Crash $1 Million * Car Crash [View All Practice Areas](https://chaikinandsherman.com/practice-areas/) [Testimonials](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/blog/testimonials-hub/) [ They were adamant about getting me the best settlement. 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Did The Accident Occur In the Last Two Years?YesNo Share Brief Description of the Incident\* ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Car-Crashes-Image-Overlay.png) Watch our attorneys explain how they fight for car accident victims across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. With over $1 billion recovered, our team knows how to build a winning case — from investigation through trial. Video Transcript **Speakers:** Ira Sherman, Joseph Cammarata, Stephen Ollar, Allan Siegel **Ira Sherman (00:02):** I would say that Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata and Siegel has a completely different outlook on cases that other people think are garden variety automobile accidents, because to the person who is involved in that accident, that’s not garden variety, that’s altering their life. **Joseph Cammarata (00:21):** First of all, we don’t advertise. People come to us by word of mouth, either from defense lawyers, from insurance companies, from colleagues at the bar. They know that we have decades of experience in the personal injury field. They know that what we bring to bear is a group of lawyers that work and non-lawyers that work as a team to make sure we understand what the nature and the extent of the injury is. We make sure we understand and can express to a third party just what those injuries are, and we work to obtain the most compensation that we can for an individual. **Stephen Ollar (01:04):** What we do a lot of is discovery, not just discovery of the facts of the case, but discovery about insurance. It may be that the individual was operating the vehicle for an employer, and if they were acting with what we call the course and scope of their employment, then there could be potentially additional coverage that would cover a person for those injuries. **Allan Siegel (01:27):** We’ve been handling car accident cases since Don Chaikin founded this firm over 50 years ago. Since we spend a lot of time and we have a lot of those cases, we have developed a level of experience and knowledge that I think is very unique in our field. There aren’t many law firms who can say that they’ve been doing this type of work for over 50 years. **Ira Sherman (01:52):** I care enough to look to determine who this person is and how it affected them, and that takes up a lot of my conversation with our clients. ![](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-02-24-at-8.21.02-PM-1024x682.png) If you have been [injured in a car accident](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/) and suffered whiplash, it is important first to seek help from a medical professional, then contact a personal injury lawyer [as soon as possible](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/when-to-hire-a-personal-injury-lawyer/). A lawyer can help you [file a claim](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/insurance-claim/) and get the compensation you deserve for your injury. A whiplash injury can be very traumatic and cause long-term pain, and it is important to have someone on your side who understands the law and can help you get through this difficult time.[ Contact](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/contact-us/) the experienced personal injury lawyers with Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. today. ## **What is Whiplash?** [Whiplash is a neck injury](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/what-is-whiplash/) caused by the head’s sudden forward and backward movement. This type of injury is often referred to as “acceleration/deceleration trauma.” Car accidents most commonly cause whiplash, but they can also occur during other types of trauma, such as a fall or [sports injury](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/sports-injuries/). The forces involved in these incidents cause the head to move violently backward and then forward again, which can damage ligaments and muscles around your neck. ## **How Do I Know If I Have Whiplash?** The [best way to know if you have whiplash](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/how-do-you-know-if-you-have-whiplash/) is to have a doctor examine you as soon as possible. What might seem like whiplash could be a much more serious, potentially life-threatening [neck injury](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/neck-injuries/) or [spinal cord injury](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/spine-injuries/). ## **Common Whiplash Symptoms** The symptoms of whiplash [don’t always manifest immediately](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/how-long-after-an-accident-can-injuries-show-up/) following an accident, and it’s not uncommon for victims to go [days without noticing](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/how-long-does-it-take-to-get-whiplash/) the signs of a neck strain injury. However, here are some [symptoms to look out for](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/signs/) if you’ve been in a car accident. ![Young woman suffering from neck whiplash, sitting in drivers seat of her car](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/iStock-1322478703-1024x683.jpg) [Common symptoms of whiplash](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/symptoms/) include: * [Pain in neck](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/neck-pain-after-a-car-accident/) muscles and stiffness * Worsening of pain with neck movement * Loss of range of motion in the neck * [Headaches](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/headaches/), most often starting at the base of the skull * Tenderness or pain in the shoulder, upper back, or arms * Tingling or numbness in the arms * Fatigue * [Dizziness](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/dizziness/) Some people also have: * [Blurred vision](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/eye-problems-after-car-accident/) * [Ringing in the ears](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/ringing-in-ears/) (tinnitus) * Sleep disturbances * Irritability * Difficulty concentrating * [Memory problems](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/can-whiplash-cause-neurological-problems/) If you have been in an auto accident and are experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, you should seek medical treatment. Prompt [diagnosis and treatment are important](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/what-happens-without-treatment/) to prevent further injury and improve your prognosis. ![neck pain from whiplash in a rear end accident](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/iStock-1430762223-1024x683.jpg) ## **How Long Does Whiplash Last After a Car Accident?** Many whiplash injuries can last anywhere from a [few days to several months](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/how-long-does-whiplash-last/), depending on the severity of the injury. It is even possible that the injury may be permanent, and you may have chronic pain. ## **Long-Term Effects of Whiplash After a Car Accident** Some whiplash victims experience the [long-term effects of whiplash](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/long-term-effects/) for months or years to come. The most [severe whiplash](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/severe-whiplash/) injury cases may face chronic whiplash, which includes neck pain, back pain, difficulty sleeping, long-term bouts of dizziness, memory problems, depression, headaches, and numbness or weakness in the hands. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms after your car accident, be sure to speak with your doctor about treatment options. ## **How Are Whiplash Injuries Treated?** [Whiplash injuries are usually treated](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/how-to-treat-whiplash/) with a combination of pain medication, physical therapy, and rest. **Can a Minor Accident Cause Whiplash?** Yes, even a minor car accident can cause whiplash. ## **Can I Sue for a Whiplash Injury?** You may be able to sue for a [whiplash injury](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/) if the accident that caused your injury was someone else’s fault. [To determine whether you have a case](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/do-i-have-a-case/), it is important to speak with an experienced car accident lawyer who can review the facts of your situation and advise you on your best course of action. If you decide to [file a lawsuit](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/what-is-a-personal-injury-lawsuit/), your attorney will help you gather evidence to [support your claim](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/whiplash-injury/how-to-make-a-claim/) and negotiate with the other driver’s insurance company for fair [compensation](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/car-accidents/common-myths-about-compensation-and-car-accidents/). ## **What Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. Can Do For You** ![whiplash pain from car accident](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/iStock-1390036593-1024x683.jpg) The Washington, D.C. car accident lawyers at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. have a proven track record of success helping clients obtain the maximum compensation possible for injuries they have suffered due to the negligence of others. Our firm has consistently demonstrated we have the expertise needed to help our clients see that justice is served. We have the resources needed to conduct thorough investigations of all the circumstances contributing to a motor vehicle accident, gathering the evidence to establish liability and negligence. Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. has achieved more than $500 million in verdicts and settlements, and our attorneys have more than a century of combined legal experience. Two of our partners are certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Our firm has also earned the highest AV® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, one of the most respected attorney-ranking service organizations in the United States. Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. attorneys work passionately on behalf of our clients to help them secure fair compensation – there is no type of case that is too complex for us to litigate. ## **Determining the Value of Your Case** The amount of your settlement will vary depending on the facts and circumstances of your case. Here are some settlements the personal injury lawyers with Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. have obtained for injury victims: Here are a few of our [case results](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/case-results/): * $6 million for a client who suffered a brain injury after being involved in a rear-end collision. * $4.8 million for a severely injured client after another vehicle struck his motorcycle. * $1.9 million for a client who suffered a permanent back injury due to a car accident. * $1.5 million for a client who had to undergo multiple surgeries after a negligent motorist cut off his motorcycle. * $1 million settlement obtained on behalf of our 19-year-old client who was a passenger in a car in which the driver lost control, causing a collision. As a result, our client suffered extensive brain damage with cognitive impairment. He was in a coma for an extended period of time. Although he has regained consciousness, he is unable to care for himself. The law firm asked the Court to appoint him a guardian to care for him. The law firm is helping to establish a special needs trust so that the proceeds from the settlement will be protected against any medical liens. * $1 million settlement on behalf of client suffered a brain injury when the driver of the car in which he was a passenger lost control of his vehicle. ## **Contact an Accident Lawyer Today** If you are looking for the highest level representation available for your personal injury case, turn to [Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C.](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/) Our firm has helped clients recover more than $500 million in compensation, and we have more than 100 years of combined experience. All of our partners are recognized by Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers®, and our firm includes three past presidents of the Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C. 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Siegel** is a board-certified trial attorney and partner at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., known for securing justice in serious personal injury, brain injury, and wrongful death cases. Recognized as one of Washington’s _Top 100 Super Lawyers®_ and a _Best Lawyer®_ in America, he combines strategic precision, courtroom skill, and relentless advocacy to win full and fair compensation for his clients. 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Recognized as a _Super Lawyers Rising Star_ from 2020–2025, he’s known for his tenacity, precision, and unwavering pursuit of justice in personal injury, auto accident, and medical malpractice cases. 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