What Should I Do After Suffering Bodily Injuries During An Accident? 

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If you suffered personal injuries during an accident you need to immediately seek medical treatment after the incident. Once you seek medical treatment you should speak with a personal injury lawyer. Do not speak with the representatives of any insurance companies until you consult with a personal injury lawyer. You should also attend any follow-up appointments with physicians and medical specialists. 

Make a list of any witnesses who may have witnessed the accident. If you can contact the witnesses you should attempt to obtain statements from them that will support your case. Also, you should take photographs of your injuries and any property damage caused by the accident. 

An experienced and knowledgeable personal injury lawyer will also help offer you guidance concerning the actions you should take after an accident. You should take your lawyer’s advice and follow through on any treatment plans approved by physicians, chiropractors, and other medical professionals. 

Many Personal Injury Cases Do Not Go To Trial 

The majority of personal injury cases settle. Only 5% of civil cases go to trial. It is highly likely that your case will settle before going to trial. Therefore it is in your best interest to provide defense counsel with requested documents. Retaining a personal injury lawyer will also help you when you have to attend depositions. Parties and witnesses may be deposed and you need to have an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side. 

The Estimated Value Of Your Personal Injury Case 

The value of your personal injury case will depend on the total amount of economic and non-economic damages you claim. Economic damages are quantifiable and arise from your medical records and medical bills. Also, any lost wages or lost future earnings will be calculated as part of the economic damages in your case. 

Non-economic damages concern unquantifiable elements that are related to your injuries. For example, the emotional trauma you endured during your injuries will be part of your non-economic damages. The pain and suffering you endured during your accident will also be a part of your non-economic damages. As you begin to work with your personal injury lawyer you will calculate your total damages amount. 

Contact an expert

If you or a loved one suffered an injury during an accident caused by another party’s negligence contact a personal injury lawyer today to schedule a free consultation. You may have been involved in an automobile accident or injured by a defective product. Retaining a personal injury lawyer is one of the best things you can do after suffering injuries during an accident. 

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