Injuries and Medical Care
Seeking prompt medical attention after an accident is paramount, as early intervention enhances the prospects of recovery. The aftermath of a car accident underscores the importance of comprehensive medical assessments and specialized care tailored to address the specific nature of injuries, ensuring individuals receive the support needed to navigate the physical and emotional challenges that may follow such traumatic events.
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Overview
In the aftermath of a car accident, injuries can range from minor to severe, necessitating immediate and comprehensive medical care. Among the most critical injuries that individuals may face are those affecting the brain, spinal cord, and instances of concussion.
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can result from the force of impact during a collision, leading to cognitive impairments and long-term consequences. Spinal cord injuries, often caused by abrupt jolts or compression during an accident, can result in paralysis or loss of motor function, significantly impacting an individual’s quality of life. Concussions, characterized by a temporary disturbance in brain function, are common and can have varying degrees of severity.
Key Points
Seek medical attention as soon as possible
It’s important to get the right medical assessments after an accident
How to take care of yourself after a car accident
The answer is: Take care of yourself and your lawyer will take care of the rest. Lawsuits take time, and your lawyer will explain that it is often necessary to wait several months to see how your injuries heal before moving ahead with the next step. Your job is to focus your time and energy on recovering from your injuries.
You also have a legal duty to “mitigate” your losses. This means that if you do or don’t do something that makes your injuries or your losses worse, the other party will try to use it against you when it comes to negotiating a settlement.
Read more: How to take care of yourself after a car accident
Consulting with medical experts
From a legal perspective, the most important consideration is how the accident has affected your life and how it will affect you in the future. Your lawyer does not have a crystal ball, so this is where the experts come in. Here are a few of the experts your lawyer may hire and what purpose is served by each:
- Independent Medical Examiner
- Defendant’s Medical Examiner
- Functional Capacity Evaluation
- Home Assessment
- Vocational Assessment
- Actuary
Read more: Experts
Multidisciplinary Assessments
If you have sustained injuries and you are in the process of an insurance claim, the adjuster, or your personal injury lawyer, may send you for a multidisciplinary assessment. A group of practitioners who work together, usually at a pain clinic, will assess your injuries in order to prepare a report and treatment plan for you.
The group of practitioners that will work with you may include a physiotherapist, an occupational therapist, a kinesiologist, a pain specialist, a massage therapist, an acupuncturist, a chiropractor, a psychologist, a physiatrist or other professional. They each perform an assessment based on their area of expertise.
The idea is that taking a holistic approach to healing by using multiple disciplines, and having the professionals communicate effectively about your case, will lead to better outcomes for you.
Read more: Multidisciplinary Assessments
Brain injury symptoms
Traumatic brain injuries are caused by forces outside the body (like a car/motorcycle/bicycle accident or a fall) and can result in a temporary injury or a more serious, long-term injury that can affect every aspect of your life.
Each person will respond differently to a brain injury, but common impacts include physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioural changes:
Physically, a brain injury may make you tired and give you mobility challenges, headaches, and pain.
Cognitively, your brain may process information and memories in a different way than before. This could impact your communication, concentration, writing, reading, decision-making, and memory.
Emotionally, you may face new or heightened emotions like depression, anxiety, and/or anger.
Behaviourally, you may act or make decisions differently than before your injury. You may also have trouble with your social and work relationships.
Read more: Brain injury symptoms and diagnosis
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Fidelis injury lawyers
Don’t let your insurance company take charge of your recovery and take advantage of your vulnerability and lack of legal knowledge. Only lawyers experienced in personal injury claims such as those at Fidelis Law Droit can effectively protect your legal interests and rights. When you choose Fidelis Law Droit, you’re getting an entire team on your side. You can count on us to uphold your interests diligently, firmly, and decisively. If necessary, your lawyers at Fidelis Law Droit will not hesitate or shy away from taking legal action against your insurer to protect your rights. We’ve seen it all, and we won’t back down.