What if my accident injuries don’t show up right away?

In a car accident, a lot can happen in an instant. There could be multiple cars or even pedestrians and bicyclists involved. One minute you’re driving peacefully, they next thing you know, you’re stunned, there are sirens wailing, and possibly serious injuries around you. Your adrenaline is pumping, your mind is racing, and you may be more concerned with the health and safety of someone else. You may be hurt, but not feel it in the heat of the moment. Sometimes physical problems might not surface till hours, or even days later. You may find yourself asking, “What if my accident injuries don’t show up right away?” 

Schedule a free consultation with a professional 

Los Angeles car accident attorneys with Ellis Law are standing by, 24/7 to help you make sense of all of this. Consultations are always 100% free and confidential. Whenever you’re in a car accident, it’s good to have legal counsel, especially if the accident was caused by another person’s negligence. Injuries like whiplash and problems from spine misalignment can take a while to manifest themselves. If an injury is caused by an accident, even if it doesn’t rear its ugly head until days later, you may still be entitled to damages. At Ellis Law we can direct you towards trusted physicians who have the knowledge and experience needed to properly assess your medical situation and accurately estimate the amount of future care you’ll need to recover. If you’re too hurt to make it out to our offices, we’ll gladly schedule an appointment to visit with you at your home or care facility. 

A top-notch legal team with no upfront legal fees 

At Ellis Law, we believe everyone deserves a talented personal injury attorney, whether they can afford an attorney out of pocket or not. To this end, we work solely on contingency fees. If we decide you have a case, we’ll get to work right away. We don’t get paid a single penny unless you win a verdict or agree to a settlement. Put simply, our payment is contingent on you receiving compensation. In the unlikely event you should lose your case, you won’t owe us a thing. 

We’ve secured over $350 million in damages for our clients 

Ellis Law has a proven track record of getting results. In the 25-plus years we’ve been practicing law in Southern California, we’ve won over $350 million for our clients. When we look at that number, we see more than just dollar signs. We see the lives that have been put back on track, the rent, tuition and credit card payments that have been met, and the bank accounts spared from financial ruin. If you’re hurt at no fault of your own, be it in a car, in a business, or on common property in your complex, the law is designed to protect you from hardship. One of the expert Los Angles personal injury lawyers from Ellis Law has the determination, creativity, and in depth knowledge of both California state and federal law that you need to stand up to big insurance companies, powerful businesses and city hall. 

Win compensation and get back on your feet 

Though the outcome of your individual case depends on a number of unique details, we can offer some examples of settlements and damages that our clients have won in the past. Here are some of cash totals that our clients have won in personal injury lawsuits that stem from auto accidents: 

• $1 Million: Los Angeles bus rear-ends motorists at a high speed 
• $2.9 Million: Unsafe lane change caused a crash, driver fled scene 
• $2.4 Million: Serious rear-ender accident on the 10 freeway 
• $750,000: Pile-up caused by trucker failing to stop 
• $350,000: Pedestrian struck by city-operated truck 

Pay medical bills and more 

With compensation from your accident, you can keep from drowning in a mountain of medical bills. Clients often use their settlements to take care of their health, first and foremost. Serious injuries can cause missed hours on the job, and cash compensation can also be used to make up for small or non-existent paychecks. Damages can also cover your cost of living expenses like rent, food, utilities and more while you recuperate. Schedule a free consultation with an Ellis Law car accident lawyer today, and find out if you can seek compensation to help you stay afloat during this trying time.