Medical Rights

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Nevertheless, regardless of who is at fault in the accident, everyone involved in a car accident has certain rights. The first concern after any accident is addressing any medical issues. Accident victims are always encouraged to call local authorities to report the accident and call for medical assistance if necessary. Every accident victim is entitled to proper medical attention after an accident, and seeking medical assessment, even for minor injuries, could prove legally beneficial in the long run. Accident victims are also entitled to ask for insurance and contact information from other drivers involved in an accident, and they should willingly supply their own information, as well.

After an accident, it is important to keep scheduled doctor appointments and carefully follow all prescribed treatments. We understand there is much to think about and added unwanted stress from growing medical bills, insurance paperwork, vehicle repair costs and losing income from being unable to work; however, allowing some time for injuries to be properly diagnosed and a for a prognosis to be determined may impact a car accident settlement. Accident victims have the right to take a wait-and-see approach before agreeing to any legal settlement. In many instances, time and patience are key tools to proper accident proceedings and for the most beneficial resolutions.