{"id":2532,"date":"2026-10-26T04:11:18","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T04:11:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/what-are-the-symptoms-of-delayed-shock-after-a-car-accident\/"},"modified":"2026-11-08T09:46:59","modified_gmt":"2026-11-08T09:46:59","slug":"what-are-the-symptoms-of-delayed-shock-after-a-car-accident","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/what-are-the-symptoms-of-delayed-shock-after-a-car-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Bakersfield Car Accident Lawyer: Delayed Shock Symptoms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-2530\" alt=\"An appraiser in a work apron inspects a dented sedan in a fluorescent-lit auto body shop.\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-appraiser-in-a-work-apron-inspects-a-dented-sedan-in-a-fl-photo-1.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-appraiser-in-a-work-apron-inspects-a-dented-sedan-in-a-fl-photo-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-appraiser-in-a-work-apron-inspects-a-dented-sedan-in-a-fl-photo-1-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-appraiser-in-a-work-apron-inspects-a-dented-sedan-in-a-fl-photo-1-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-appraiser-in-a-work-apron-inspects-a-dented-sedan-in-a-fl-photo-1-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-appraiser-in-a-work-apron-inspects-a-dented-sedan-in-a-fl-photo-1.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Car Accident Lawyer \u00b7 Bakersfield, CA<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Feeling Off Days After a Crash? Delayed Shock Symptoms Are Real<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Some injuries and stress reactions don&#x27;t show up until hours or days after a collision. Learn what to watch for, and talk with Colvin Accident Lawyers about your situation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a Free Case Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a Free Case Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Donald Norman Colvin \u00b7 Published October 26, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Delayed Shock After a Car Accident: Symptoms, Warning Signs, and What to Do Next<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re asking, &#8220;What are the symptoms of delayed shock after a car accident?&#8221;, here is the short answer. Symptoms can include neck or back pain, headaches, dizziness, numbness, trouble thinking, and strong emotional reactions. Some signs are emergencies. Others need a medical exam. This guide explains which is which.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-car-raised-on-a-hydraulic-lift-in-a-well-lit-repair-garage-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A car raised on a hydraulic lift in a well-lit garage, ready for repair.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>What &#8220;delayed shock&#8221; means after a car crash<\/h2>\n<p>&#8220;Delayed shock&#8221; is not a single medical diagnosis. People use the phrase in two different ways.<\/p>\n<p>In medicine, shock is a life-threatening condition. The body does not get enough blood flow to its vital organs. That is an emergency.<\/p>\n<p>In everyday speech, people use &#8220;shock&#8221; for the stress, confusion, and physical reactions that follow a crash. These reactions can be real, and they can be serious. Medical shock and everyday stress can also happen together after a crash. That overlap is one reason the phrase causes confusion.<\/p>\n<p>Because the phrase covers so much, each symptom needs its own check. A headache may point to a head injury. A racing heart may point to panic or to a physical problem. Neck pain may point to a strained muscle or ligament.<\/p>\n<p>Feeling fine at the scene does not rule out injury. Many people feel shaky but unhurt right after a crash, then notice problems later.<\/p>\n<p>When you describe symptoms to a clinician, say when each one started and what you were doing. Clear timing helps the care team sort out causes.<\/p>\n<h2>Warning signs that need emergency care now<\/h2>\n<p>Call 911 right away for trouble breathing, fainting or near-fainting, new confusion, or unusual drowsiness. Don&#8217;t wait to see whether these signs pass.<\/p>\n<p>Other emergency signs include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>a seizure<\/li>\n<li>vomiting that will not stop<\/li>\n<li>a severe or worsening headache<\/li>\n<li>weakness or numbness on one side of the body<\/li>\n<li>slurred speech<\/li>\n<li>pale, cold, or clammy skin with a racing heartbeat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Belly and chest symptoms also need a prompt check. Severe or worsening belly pain, pain in the left shoulder, and a bruise or seatbelt mark across the abdomen should be seen by a clinician promptly.<\/p>\n<p>Head and spine injuries can be serious. A blow or jolt to the head can cause a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aans.org\/patients\/conditions-treatments\/sports-related-head-injury\/\">traumatic brain injury<\/a>. Car accidents can also cause <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/001066.htm\">spinal cord injuries<\/a>, and those need immediate medical attention.<\/p>\n<p>Crashes can cause many kinds of injury. The <a href=\"\/resources\/car-accident-lawyer\/\">car accident claims overview<\/a> covers the wider picture.<\/p>\n<h2>Delayed physical symptoms that can appear hours or days later<\/h2>\n<p>Delayed physical symptoms often include neck or back pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and soreness in the shoulder or jaw. These symptoms are often described with whiplash-type injuries after a rear-end or side impact.<\/p>\n<p>Stiffness and soreness can build over the hours and days after a crash. Pain that starts small can grow. Report any change to a clinician.<\/p>\n<p>Concussion symptoms can also appear later. Watch for trouble concentrating, sensitivity to light or noise, memory problems, and mood changes. Any head impact deserves a medical check, even if you feel fine.<\/p>\n<p>Numbness, tingling, or weakness in an arm or leg should be reported right away. The same pattern of late soreness and internal symptoms can follow other impacts, such as a fall.<\/p>\n<p>Symptoms vary by person and by the facts of each crash. Keep a written list so your clinician sees the full picture. Physical symptoms are a signal to report, not a sign of weakness. Describe them plainly, even if they seem minor.<\/p>\n<h2>Stress reactions, guilt, and how to tell them apart from physical injury<\/h2>\n<p>Stress reactions after a crash can include trouble sleeping, anxiety, flashbacks, irritability, and replaying the event. These reactions are real, and they deserve attention too.<\/p>\n<p>Guilt and self-blame are also common after a crash, even when the driver was not at fault. A clinician can help you work through these feelings.<\/p>\n<p>Shock, concussion, and panic attack can look alike at first. Here is how they differ:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical shock:<\/strong> pale, cold, clammy skin, a racing heartbeat, dizziness, or confusion. This needs emergency care now.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Concussion:<\/strong> headache, confusion, memory gaps, or light sensitivity after a blow or jolt to the head. This needs a clinician&#8217;s exam.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Panic attack:<\/strong> sudden fear with a racing heart, chest tightness, or shortness of breath. Chest pain and breathing trouble can also signal physical problems, so a clinician should check them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Emotional symptoms do not replace a physical exam when physical symptoms are present. Tell your clinician about sleep trouble or flashbacks, since they can affect daily life and the care plan.<\/p>\n<h2>How long symptoms can take to appear, and why a medical exam matters<\/h2>\n<p>Symptoms can start right away, or they can take hours or days to appear. There is no single timeline that fits everyone.<\/p>\n<p>Stress reactions often ease over time. Physical injuries may need continued care. Each person&#8217;s path is different.<\/p>\n<p>Get checked soon after a crash, especially if new symptoms appear. A medical exam does two things. It looks for injuries that need treatment. It also creates a dated medical record that links symptoms to the crash.<\/p>\n<p>That record helps your health care team track changes. It can also matter later, because it shows what was reported and when. Don&#8217;t hold back small symptoms. Describe every change so the clinician can weigh it. If symptoms get worse, return for care rather than waiting for the next scheduled visit. Ask for a copy of your visit summary, too, so you have it for your own records.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Keeping records and understanding the time limits for a claim<\/h2>\n<p>Keep a dated symptom diary. Write down each symptom, the date and time it began, and what you were doing. Add daily notes on pain, sleep, and activity limits. Keep the diary in one place, such as a notebook or a phone note, so it&#8217;s easy to share.<\/p>\n<p>Save every medical bill, appointment summary, prescription receipt, and insurance letter. Take photos of visible injuries as they change, if you can.<\/p>\n<p>California generally allows two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. The statute, <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=335.1.\">Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7 335.1<\/a>, sets a two-year limit for an action for injury to an individual caused by another&#8217;s wrongful act or neglect.<\/p>\n<p>Because that rule is general, the timing for any one situation needs a closer look. You can read more about how long you have to make a claim and how long a civil case can stay open.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/an-appraiser-in-a-work-apron-walks-around-a-dented-four-door-photo-16.jpg\" alt=\"An appraiser in a work apron walks around a dented four-door sedan in an auto body shop bay, clipboard in hand.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk with Colvin Accident Lawyers about your situation<\/h2>\n<p>If new symptoms have you unsure what&#8217;s happening, you don&#8217;t have to sort through the crash and your health on your own. You may be watching a spouse, parent, or friend who says they feel &#8220;off&#8221; after a crash. You may be the one dealing with headaches, pain, or poor sleep and wondering if it&#8217;s connected. Either way, you&#8217;re trying to tell whether this is an emergency and whether it&#8217;s tied to the accident.<\/p>\n<h3>Common questions<\/h3><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What are the symptoms of delayed shock after a car accident?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Symptoms can include neck or back pain, headaches, dizziness, numbness, trouble thinking, and strong emotional reactions. Trouble breathing, fainting, or new confusion needs a call to 911 right away.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is it normal to feel guilty after an accident?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, guilt and self-blame are common after a crash. A clinician can help with those feelings.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do you have to file a personal injury lawsuit in California?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">California generally allows two years under <a href=\"https:\/\/leginfo.legislature.ca.gov\/faces\/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&amp;sectionNum=335.1.\">Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7 335.1<\/a>.<\/p><p>Colvin Accident Lawyers offers a free first consultation that is confidential and comes with no obligation to continue. When you&#8217;re ready to talk through the crash and your symptoms, <a href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">contact Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a>.<\/p><\/details><p><em>Colvin Accident Lawyers, Bakersfield, California, responsible for this site. Responsible lawyer: Donald Norman Colvin.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal situation.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Symptoms That Can Appear Later<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neck and Back Pain<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stiffness, soreness, or pain that builds over the days after a crash can be a sign of soft tissue injury.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Headaches and Dizziness<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Headaches, lightheadedness, or balance problems that start after an impact should be looked at by a doctor.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Numbness or Tingling<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pins and needles, weakness, or numbness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet deserve prompt medical attention.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trouble Thinking Clearly<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Memory lapses, trouble concentrating, or feeling foggy can follow a jolt to the head, even without a loss of consciousness.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strong Emotional Reactions<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anxiety, nightmares, irritability, or fear of driving are common after a crash and are worth discussing with your care team.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Call 911 Right Away If<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You have trouble breathing, fainting, chest pain, new confusion, severe headache, or weakness on one side of the body. Do not wait for symptoms to pass.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+16616161177\">Call Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/colvinaccidentlawyers.com\/contact\/\">Call Colvin Accident Lawyers<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How Colvin Accident Lawyers Can Help<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Free, Confidential Consultation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell us what happened and what you are experiencing. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear Answers About Your Case<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain the facts and legal questions that matter in your situation, including how delayed symptoms are documented.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Support for Families<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a crash has left someone seriously hurt or has caused a death, we work with families to understand their options.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving Bakersfield and Kern County<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We represent people hurt in car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, pedestrian, and bus accidents across our community.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Have Questions About Symptoms or Your Crash? 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