A child that has been injured by a negligent driver in a bicycle accident is likely to experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in addition to physical ailments. It is vital to recognize and address signs of post-traumatic stress disorder as early as possible. Treatment can be costly, but is important to the healing process.
Symptoms of PTSD include:
- Flashbacks of the bicycle accident
- Nightmares
- Depression
- Avoidance of anything that reminds the child of the accident
- Insomnia
- Easily startled and frightened
- A fixation on death and injury
- Acting out, or acting younger than actual age
- Physical ailments, such as digestive unrest and nausea
When selecting a child injury attorney you’ll want to ask critical questions such as; how long have you been practicing law; do you have experience with bicycle accident cases in Boston, Massachusetts; what is the biggest settlement or verdict you have won?
For over 30 years The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts, has fought on behalf of children. Our child injury lawyers take time when speaking with you about your child’s injuries. Mr. Kiley’s firm works with you on a contingency basis, which means there are NO FEES unless our trained child injury attorneys win your case. Call now for a FREE legal consultation.
