Unfortunately, many people are hesitant to see a doctor following a car accident for several reasons. While some may initially feel okay, thus denying medical care, others are worried about the cost associated with receiving medical care. However, it’s always in your best interest to seek care as soon as possible after a collision. If you’re unsure why you need to see a doctor for these matters, the following blog explores what you should know and why contacting a Broward County car accident lawyer is critical.
What Injuries Are Common in Car Accidents?
If you are involved in a car accident, familiarizing yourself with the most common injuries is critical to ensuring your health and well-being. In many instances, you may find that you feel okay in the moments immediately after an accident. However, this does not mean that you aren’t injured. When you’re involved in a collision, your body will pump adrenaline through your veins as part of your body’s response to this stressor. This can mask the pain you feel from injuries sustained, giving you a false sense of security.
Some of the most common injuries sustained in car accidents include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Bone fractures
- Lacerations
- Soft tissue injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries, most commonly concussions
- Neck and spinal cord damage
- Back injuries
- Internal organ damage
In more serious instances, accidents can result in limb loss, paralysis, and death.
Why Is It Important to See a Doctor?
Even though you feel okay immediately after an accident, it’s imperative to allow the emergency medical technicians at the accident scene to examine you more thoroughly. As mentioned, the adrenaline you feel can help mask the pain, but the EMTs can assess you for more serious injuries. If they have reasons to be concerned, they will advise you to go to your local emergency room for further care.
If you let the EMTs examine you and they give you the all-clear, you should still see your doctor as soon as possible. Some injuries, like concussions, do not present themselves immediately, meaning there may be a delay between your accident and when you notice symptoms. Additionally, it’s important for your physical to know that you were involved in a collision, as they may want to order imagining or other diagnostic tools to ensure you are okay.
Finally, seeing a doctor is critical if you wish to seek compensation for injuries sustained due to the negligence of the other driver. If you deny medical care at the scene and do not see your doctor, the other party can claim your injuries are not severe, since you did not request treatment. Additionally, they may be able to argue that you are liable because you did not mitigate your injuries by obtaining medical care. This can reduce the amount of compensation you recover.
If you are involved in a car accident due to the other driver’s negligence, it’s in your best interest to connect with an experienced driver from the Finizio Law Group. We understand how complicated these matters can be, which is why we are dedicated to fighting for you. Connect with our team today to discuss the circumstances of your case with a member of our firm.
