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Understanding the Emotional Stress

When you are involved in an automobile accident resulting in serious personal injury, the events surrounding the accident are traumatic and can leave you recovering from both physical and emotional injuries.  A serious Nassau County auto accident can cause significant emotional damage, and many victims struggle to recover emotionally long after their bones have healed.

The difficulty in moving on is a result of the trauma.  You may find your mind wandering back to the fact that one moment you were engaged in normal life activities, and the next you were caught in a terrifying collision beyond your control.  The accident may have left you with physical disabilities that prevent you from enjoying some of your favorite activities, leading to depression and anxiety.

Vivid and painful memories of the accident may leave you reluctant to get behind the wheel of a car – or even to ride as a passenger. Depending upon your injuries, you may be required to follow an extensive treatment plan, which can be both physically and mentally exhausting. If you lost a loved one in the accident, you have suffered an additional injury that cannot be righted.

Emotional stressors such as these can have very serious repercussions.  Diagnosis for victims of Nassau County car accidents could include:

  • Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, a very real and debilitating condition that often requires extensive treatment with therapy or medication
  • Depression that does not go away after a period of time, and actually worsens
  • Severe anxiety that affects multiple aspects of your daily life.

As if trying to recover from your injuries and get your life back on track isn't challenging enough, you may have to battle with insurance companies to obtain payment for your medical care or compensation.  At Schwartzapfel Partners P.C., we understand how the insurance companies work in Nassau County, and our attorneys will act as your advocate both in and out of the courtroom.

We know that recovery is a complex process, and even going about your daily routine after a serious car accident can feel overwhelming.  We are here to help – and we have worked with many Nassau County accident victims affected by emotional and physical wounds following an accident. Our lawyers will work with you every step of the way, and we will do everything possible to assist you with getting your life back on track.

Legal action cannot turn back the clock and undo your accident, but we can help to get you compensation for medical costs, treatment for emotional distress, and justice for you and your family.  Put the New York law firm of Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. at your side. With more than 150 years of combined experience, our attorneys are well prepared to handle all your legal needs.

Call our Nassau County, New York car accident attorneys today at 1-800-966-4999 or use our convenient online contact form for a free case evaluation.  Click here for the address of our Long Island office closest to you.   At Schwartzapfel Partners, we will fight for you!