If you’ve been injured as the result of someone else’s negligence, then you may have rights to sue them in a personal injury case. At Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas we want to ensure that every client gets the maximum compensation they deserve. Here are some ways you can increase the chances of a higher settlement or recovery.
Fully document the accident
Take pictures, get videos, write down the details of the accident as soon as you get home. As the person who’ been injured, it’s up to you to prove your case. The more you can document, the more convincing your side of the story is likely to be.
Get medical care right away
The sooner you see a doctor the better of you’ll be. If you wait for weeks or months to get treatment, it can look to the judge or jury as though you weren’t severely hurt. Don’t fall into the trap of trying to “tough it out,” only to have it impact your case.
See specialists when you need to
Some types of injuries, like brain injuries or spinal cord injuries, require specialized care. Don’t rely on your primary care physician – go to a specialist if you need it. Insist on the right tests to get the right diagnosis, whether they’re MRIs, CT scans, or simple x-rays.
Do what your doctor says
You need to follow your doctor’s recommendation to improve your chances of getting healthy and to show the courts that you’re serious about getting better. If you don’t follow your doctor’s directions, it may look to a judge or jury as though you wanted to prolong your injury to maximize your personal injury award.
Continue to get medical care
You do want to get medical care as soon as possible and you do want to follow your doctor’s instructions but it’s also important to continue getting medical care. If you’re seen right after your accident, diagnosed with a medical condition, and then don’t get medical care again until your personal injury case is ramping up, then you may look to the judge or jury as though your injuries aren’t valid.
Don’t talk to the insurance company
If you’re in a serious car accident or other type of accident that involves an insurance company, make sure you don’t speak to the insurance companies. They’re going to call you and they’re going to ask you to make a recorded statement. Don’t do this without speaking with your attorney first.
Work with the right personal injury attorney
It is essential that you work with a personal injury attorney who has experience. Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas is here to help! Call us today at 909-982-0707 for your free case evaluation.
