What Are Soft Tissue Injuries, and Do They Qualify for Compensation?
Soft tissue injuries, such as sprains, strains, and contusions, can cause long-term pain and limit your daily activities. While many people assume these injuries are minor, they can lead to chronic discomfort, mobility issues, and even long-term disabilities if left untreated. If you suffered a soft tissue injury due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation.
At Jones Law Firm, we help injury victims fight for the justice and financial support they need for their recovery.
1. What Are Soft Tissue Injuries?
These injuries involve damage to muscles, tendons, and ligaments and generally fall into two categories:
- Acute injuries: These occur suddenly due to falls, twists, or direct impacts, leading to conditions like sprains, strains, or contusions (bruises).
- Overuse injuries: These develop over time, mostly from repetitive motions, often leading to conditions like tendinitis and bursitis.
Common symptoms of soft tissue injuries include swelling, bruising, pain, muscle weakness, and restricted movement. While some injuries heal with rest and therapy, others require long-term medical care or even surgery.
2. Do Soft Tissue Injuries Qualify for Compensation?
Yes. If someone else’s negligence caused your injury—such as a car accident, slip and fall, or unsafe work conditions—you may be eligible for compensation.
Compensation may cover:
- Medical expenses (hospital visits, physical therapy, medications)
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering (for chronic pain or emotional distress)
- Long-term disability costs (if the injury leads to lasting impairment)
Since soft tissue injuries are often challenged by insurance companies, having legal representation is crucial to proving your case.
3. How Can Jones Law Firm Help You?
Insurance companies often downplay soft tissue injuries, arguing that they are minor or temporary. At Jones Law Firm, we work to gather medical records, expert testimony, and evidence to prove the severity of your injury and secure maximum compensation.
Call us at (877) 395-7457 for a free consultation. We are here to fight for the compensation you deserve.