Williford Law | Trial-Ready Legal Representation for Whiplash, Neck, and Soft-Tissue Injuries
Whiplash Can Be Invisible on a Scan. But It Can Still Derail Your Life.
After a car crash, many victims walk away thinking they’re fine — until the pain sets in days later.
Stiffness. Headaches. Shooting pain down the shoulders or arms.
That’s whiplash — and it’s one of the most misunderstood injuries in personal injury law.
At Williford Law, we represent car crash victims across Texas who are suffering from whiplash, cervical spine trauma, and soft-tissue injuries that insurance companies try to downplay or deny.
We know your pain is real, and we’ll build the legal case to prove it.
What Is Whiplash?
Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a sudden acceleration-deceleration motion, typically in:
- Rear-end car accidents
- Intersection crashes or T-bone impacts
- Low-speed parking lot collisions
- Multi-car pileups
- Truck underride and commercial vehicle accidents
- Rideshare or taxi incidents
It affects the muscles, tendons, discs, nerves, and ligaments of the cervical spine, and can evolve into long-term pain or permanent impairment if ignored.
Symptoms of Whiplash and Related Soft-Tissue Injuries
- Neck pain, tightness, or stiffness
- Headaches (especially at the base of the skull)
- Tingling or numbness in the shoulders or arms
- Reduced range of motion
- Fatigue, dizziness, or visual disturbances
- Sleep disruption and anxiety
- Jaw pain or difficulty swallowing
- Difficulty concentrating or “brain fog”
These symptoms may take hours or days to appear, but once they do, they can interfere with everything from your job to your sleep to your basic quality of life.
Common Misconceptions (and How We Fight Them)
| What Insurers Say | What We Prove |
| “There’s no visible damage on imaging.” | Soft tissue injuries are diagnosed through symptoms and expert review. |
| “It was a low-speed crash.” | Even at 5-15 mph, a rear-end collision can cause serious whiplash. |
| “You didn’t seek treatment right away.” | Delayed symptoms are medically expected. We document the full timeline. |
| “It’s just muscle soreness.” | We work with orthopedic specialists, neurologists, and pain experts to validate real trauma. |
We don’t just tell your story — we support it with clinical evidence and expert testimony.
What Types of Accidents Cause Whiplash?
- Rear-end car accidents (including chain reactions)
- Truck and van impacts with sudden deceleration
- Low-speed fender-benders that jolt the neck
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) passenger collisions
- Sudden stops on buses, trains, or shuttles
- Motorcycle and scooter crashes
- Faulty seatbacks or restraint system failures
Even if your vehicle looks undamaged, your spine may not be.
What Damages Can You Recover?
Williford Law helps clients recover compensation for:
- Medical bills (ER, orthopedics, therapy, imaging, medication)
- Future care, injections, or pain management
- Lost wages and loss of future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Reduced range of motion or permanent limitation
- Emotional distress and anxiety
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Diminished quality of life
We also help ensure your settlement reflects future treatment, not just the past few weeks of care.
What to Do After a Whiplash Injury in Texas
- Seek medical attention immediately — even if you feel “just sore.”
- Report all symptoms clearly to your doctor.
- Follow through on treatment — physical therapy, medication, imaging.
- Do not post on social media or discuss your injuries with insurance adjusters.
- Keep records: pain journals, missed work, prescription receipts.
- Call Williford Law before accepting any offer or giving a recorded statement.
Early legal counsel makes the difference between full recovery and being dismissed.
Why Clients Choose Williford Law
- Focused on serious injury litigation, including high-conflict soft-tissue cases
- Trusted by medical providers to represent clients with orthopedic, spinal, and whiplash injuries
- Proven strategies to counter insurance lowball offers and denial tactics
- Access to independent specialists who understand soft-tissue trauma
- Prepared to go to trial if needed — we don’t settle cheap
- No upfront fees — you pay nothing unless we win
When your injury isn’t visible on a scan, you need a firm that understands how to prove pain with precision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still recover if the crash was low-speed?
Yes. Whiplash is common in low-speed, high-inertia accidents. Injury severity isn’t measured by vehicle damage.
What if I delayed seeing a doctor?
You may still have a claim. We work with your providers to connect your symptoms to the crash and explain the delay in onset.
Can I get a settlement for soft-tissue damage?
Yes. We routinely recover compensation for whiplash, disc strain, and cervical sprain injuries, especially when symptoms are documented and properly treated.
What if the insurer already offered me a check?
Do not cash or accept any settlement before legal review. Most early offers are far below your case’s true value.
