Your Auto Accident Injuries Might not Manifest for Several Days or Even Longer

Too many people victimized by auto accidents assume their lack of pain or visible injuries in the immediate aftermath the collision is reason enough to move on with life as if nothing happened.  The worst thing you can do after an accident is assume everything is alright and avoid visiting with the doctor.  Even if you feel perfectly healthy after your accident, there is a good chance pain will manifest days, weeks or even months after the accident.  This delayed pain occurs as the adrenaline hormone known as epinephrine takes over after the collision.  Car accidents are typically violent events that traumatize the mind and the body.  Your body goes into an immediate state of stress as soon as the accident occurs.  Your system will flood with adrenaline that spikes the heart rate and prepares the body to operate faster than usual.

Adrenaline Masks Pain for Extended Periods of Time

Adrenaline masks the pain of the auto accident for upwards of several hours or possibly even several days after the collision.  Sadly, plenty of those involved in auto accidents assume they are not injured and sabotage their chances for compensation by telling the negligent driver or the auto insurance company they feel fine.  If debilitating pain arises after such a statement, it will prove difficult to obtain compensation.

If you are victimized in a car crash, do not discuss your injuries or pain with anyone but our attorneys and your treating doctor.  In fact, it is best to refuse to comment on your injuries or pain until you meet with a medical professional.  The worst thing you can do is state you are uninjured as there is the potential for a latent injury to manifest at some point down the road.  If the insurance provider can make the argument you are dishonest, your claim will be worth that much less or possibly even be worthless as the insurance provider can argue you lied about your condition.  When in doubt, say nothing, meet with our attorney and let us do the talking on your behalf.

See a Physician as Soon as Possible

In an ideal world, auto accident victims would meet with a physician within a couple hours of the accident.  However, if you visit with a medical professional within 72 hours of the accident or sooner, it will be difficult for opposing counsel to claim you lied about your physical condition.  Delay your medical treatment and you will put your health in jeopardy while simultaneously sending the wrong message to the insurance provider.

An immediate visit with a healthcare provider is absolutely essential if you have serious injuries.  For example, car accident victims experiencing numbness in their limbs, a worsening headache, difficulty walking/balancing or difficulty breathing should make a beeline to their doctor’s office.  Additional examples of post-accident pain that necessitate an immediate visit with a doctor include vomiting, confusion, dizziness, slurred speech, difficulty concentrating, blurred vision, loss of movement and significant back pain.

Each of the symptoms listed above is an indication you have endured trauma to the head or neck.  The only way to ensure your health and well-being is to perform a medical evaluation.  When in doubt, visit with your doctor as his or her assessment of your condition just might prove to make the difference between a substantial settlement offer and a paltry one.

If you are involved in an auto accident and feel immediate pain or no pain at all, contact Richard Schibell today.  We will help you obtain compensation for obvious injuries as well as injuries that do not manifest right away.  Contact us today to schedule a consultation and fast-track your case for justice in the form of the financial compensation you need and deserve.

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