Some people notice an injury right after they get out of a car accident. Others don’t feel pain right away though. If you are in the latter group, that doesn’t make your injuries any less valid. You should still be able to sue for compensation with the help of our Monmouth County car accident attorneys.
Do Many Accident Victims Not Feel Pain Right Away?
It’s actually not uncommon for someone to walk away from a car crash and not feel pain right away. This is a stressful situation. Victims can be preoccupied, thinking about things like the cost of repairs or wondering if anyone else involved is injured. There’s adrenaline running through your system, potentially masking any pain.
This is why it’s important to take steps that can help you build a personal injury case and protect yourself from accusations of wrongdoing, even if you don’t think that you’ll have to sue.
What Should I Do After a Car Accident?
The first priority after an accident should be making sure that everyone involved can get pulled over to a safe area. Once that happens, you should:
- Take pictures of the accident scene and vehicle damage
- Exchange info with any other drivers involved
- Talk to any witnesses and get their contact information
- Look around for cameras that may have caught the crash
- Call the police
Police have to come out and make a report if anyone was injured. Even if you do not feel pain right away, calling them out so that they can make a report is the safe route to take.
Should I Go to a Doctor Even If I Don’t Feel Pain Right Away?
Then you should see a doctor as soon as possible. A doctor can give you a proper diagnosis and tell you how to avoid making your injuries worse. In the time leading up to your appointment, you should also stay on the lookout for any pain or stiffness that could indicate an underlying issue.
How Will My Medical Bills Be Paid?
If you carry personal injury protection, a form of no-fault car insurance, that can pay some of your medical bills. Your own health insurance will pay for some bills as well. You have to worry about deductibles and cost-sharing though, which means that your full medical expenses probably won’t be taken care of if you were seriously injured.
That’s when you should seriously consider suing for damages. When you make a claim with another driver’s insurer, you can also be compensated for things that your own policy would not compensate you for, like the pain and suffering you experienced as you were recovering. When our lawyers help you negotiate, a fair settlement could help make up for:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning potential
- Loss of enjoyment
- Pain from disability or disfigurement
- Mental anguish and psychological trauma
Schedule a Case Consultation
So if you were hurt in an accident, don’t let the fact that you didn’t feel pain right away prevent you from pursuing compensation. Contact the Wilton Law Firm to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help.
