The Importance of Documenting All of Your Injuries After an Accident

 

According to the Association for Safe International Road Travel, more than 2.35 million people are injured or disabled due to a car accident, costing the United States more than $230 billion per year. There is the potential of danger whenever a person is operating a car — this is why the majority of states mandate insurance for the majority of car owners.

However, not many drivers have a plan of action whenever a car crash occurs. While it is a subject that you probably don’t want to think about, it is a very real possibility that you could be involved in a future accident, especially if you are between the ages of 15 and 44 years of age.

In the event of a car accident, you must document all of your injuries. Documenting injuries is very important to ensure that you obtain the full and fair amount of compensation that you deserve. Here’s how to effectively document your injuries and medical care.

Take Photographs and Videos with Your Smartphone

Make sure to take pictures of license plates, and any injuries sustained by yourself, your passengers, and anyone else involved in the accident.

Keep a Daily Journal

It’s essential to provide a full picture of your daily life post-accident to document any pain and suffering. If you are incapacitated and are not able to properly journal, then ask a trusted friend or family member for assistance. Writing about what you have to deal with daily and documenting how your injuries have affected your life will allow the jury to experience your pain and suffering vicariously.

Maintain Your Medical Treatment

Ensuring that you undergo proper treatment will demonstrate that you are committed to getting better and that your injuries are authentic. It also creates a paper trail demonstrating the ongoing cost of seeking treatment.

Hire an Auto Accident and Liability Lawyer

Obtaining counsel from an accident and liability lawyer will allow you to tap into in-depth knowledge and understanding of the law. Ensuring that you are made whole post-accident requires you to jump through a bureaucracy that might be confusing and even intimidating for the uninitiated — a lawyer will explain your rights, pinpoint any limitation periods that may apply to your claim, and ensure that the authorization attempts by your insurance company are made in good faith. 

To schedule a free consultation with dedicated and experienced personal injury attorneys, contact Lanzotti & Rau today at 573-335-9300 and learn more about how we can represent you.