Statistics from the Saskatchewan government show that, of all whiplash injuries, 89% of those not at fault made claims, while only 11% of drivers who were at fault did so. Why the difference? When something is “your fault” and you were “the cause”, things don’t seem so bad. Recovery from a motor vehicle accident (MVA) for those at fault happens within six weeks, whereas those who are the “victims” can have recovery delayed for up to a year. Whether at fault or not, seeking treatment sooner rather than later aids in faster recovery.