Last Updated on March 10, 2025 by tanya

Abdomen Injuries In Accidents

 

Potential Injury Risks And Claiming Compensation

 

While head injuries, broken bones and whiplash are the first to come to mind in a road crash, abdomen injuries in accidents also happen. Abdominal trauma includes vital organs, such as the spleen, liver and kidneys. These types of injuries can pose a serious risk as your abdomen is vulnerable in a high impact collision.

If you have suffered this type of injury which was not your fault, you may be entitled to file a personal injury claim. First Personal Injury can guide you with regard to a potential claim.

 

Possible Abdominal Injuries in a Traffic Collision

The force exerted in a car crash can cause severe harm, especially in high-speed or head-on collisions. Here are some common ways the abdomen can be injured:

 

Seatbelt Compression Injuries We all know that a seatbelt can save your life.  However if worn incorrectly, such as too high on the stomach, this can press the belt hard against the abdomen. The force of this during impact can lead to internal bruising or even organ rupture.

 

Airbag Deployment Airbags are designed to prevent severe head and chest injuries. But the sheer force of deployment can cause blunt force trauma to the stomach area. This may potentially damage the internal organs.

 

Impact with the Steering Wheel or Dashboard If you’re the driver and aren’t restrained properly, you might be thrown forward into the steering wheel. Likewise, passengers could be pushed into the dashboard, leading to abdominal contusions or more severe internal damage.

 

Being Crushed in a Collision In bad accidents, particularly in rollovers or side-impact crashes, there’s a risk of your body being compressed. This may cause significant abdominal trauma, including crushed organs or internal bleeding.

 

Ejection from the Vehicle If a person is thrown from a vehicle due to not wearing a seatbelt, the abdomen can suffer extreme damage from impact with the road, another vehicle, or an object.

 

Common Abdominal Injuries in Traffic Accidents

 

Internal Bleeding One of the most dangerous consequences of abdominal trauma is internal bleeding. The liver and spleen which are both highly vascular organs, are particularly vulnerable.  For example, a ruptured spleen can lead to life-threatening blood loss if not treated immediately.

 

Organ Rupture or Damage High-impact crashes can cause organs to rupture or tear. This may include the intestines, kidneys, or liver and these type of injuries require emergency surgery.

 

Blunt Force Trauma Even if there are no visible injuries, blunt force trauma can cause deep bruising, inflammation, and pain that lingers long after the accident.

 

Diaphragmatic Rupture The diaphragm, which helps with breathing, can tear due to the intense pressure from a crash. This condition is rare but serious and may require surgical intervention.

 

How To File a Personal Injury Claim

 

If you’ve suffered an abdominal injury in a traffic collision, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim if someone else was responsible for the accident.  Additionally, you need to be able to show physical harm as well as medical costs, lost wages and any other financial loss.

You generally have three yeas from the date of the accident to make a personal injury claim. If you’re under 18 years old at the time of the accident, the three year period only starts on your 18^th birthday.

You will need to obtain evidence relating to your medical expenses detailing the severity of your injury. You should also gather police reports and any accident documentation, including witness statements. Photographs of the scene and records of financial losses are also important.

 

If you are looking to claim, contact our friendly team at First Personal Injury. We work with lawyers who operate on a No Win, No Fee basis and can help you secure the compensation you deserve. Call us on 0333 358 2345 or contact us online.