Fierce Advocacy For Victims Of Internal Injuries

Internal injuries are often invisible, but they can be life-threatening. They can affect vital organs and systems, requiring immediate medical attention and even long-term care.

At Van Blois & Associates, our California personal injury attorneys serve the injured throughout Oakland and surrounding communities. Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America and peer-review rated AV Preeminent* through Martindale-Hubbell, our firm brings decades of experience to complex injury cases involving organ damage and other catastrophic harm.

Causes Of Internal Injuries

Internal injuries may result from a wide range of incidents, including motor vehicle collisions, slip-and-fall accidents and physical assaults. These events can cause trauma to the body that is not immediately visible but can lead to serious complications.

Blunt force trauma occurs when the body is struck without penetration, such as in a car crash or fall. Penetrating trauma involves an object piercing the skin and damaging internal structures, often seen in violent assaults or industrial accidents. Both types of trauma can lead to severe organ damage and a risk of long-term disability.

Types Of Internal Injuries

The following are common forms of internal injuries that may arise after a traumatic event:

• Internal bleeding: Blood loss within the body that may affect organs and tissues, and even require emergency surgery
• Nerve damage: Disruption of the body’s nerve signals that can cause pain, numbness or loss of function
• Kidney damage: Injury to the kidneys that may impair filtration and lead to severe systemic complications
• Liver damage: Trauma to the liver can introduce dangerous bleeding and impaired detoxification, causing dangerous toxin accumulation
• Ruptured spleen: A torn or damaged spleen may cause significant blood loss and require surgical removal
• Punctured lungs: Air leakage into the chest cavity that can make breathing difficult and may collapse the lung
• Abdominal injuries: Damage to the stomach, intestines or other abdominal organs often leads to infection or internal hemorrhage

Victims of internal injuries typically face long recovery periods and may experience permanent limitations, making legal support essential.

Call To Preserve Your Injury Compensation

If you or a loved one in the Oakland region of California has suffered internal injuries, call 510-343-9570 today or reach out via our online form. Our award-winning injury lawyers can help you pursue the justice and compensation you deserve. Connect with us today to arrange a free initial consultation.

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