If you are in a vehicle accident, you want to take care of the situation as best you can. The bad news is that at the Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas, we frequently witness clients commit grave errors that limit their post-accident alternatives. Call us at 909-982-0707 as soon as possible for a free legal consultation if you want to avoid this. You can continue reading to learn about this major error that many people make and take steps to prevent it.
Do not disregard your doctor’s recommendations
If you have been in a car accident, you should not only consult a doctor but also heed their recommendations. If you do not, your insurance claim can be marked as having a “gap in treatment.” This phrase describes a moment when the sufferer did not receive medical attention or did not heed the advice. It may also be used to describe a scenario in which a person began receiving care but later ceased. It can be extremely detrimental to a potential personal injury claim in any of these scenarios.
How an insurance company will assess a coverage gap
According to the insurance provider, if an accident victim is harmed, they should visit a doctor. If they do not, the damage probably is not that significant. This reasoning may result in a reduction of your settlement or jury judgment, particularly for the amount awarded for pain and suffering. We highly advise you to follow your doctor’s instructions if they are given.
We recognize that people make errors
Naturally, we at the Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas are aware of how difficult this situation may be. We are aware of your hectic schedule. Additionally, we are aware that some accident victims lack the resources to cover their medical expenses. In certain situations, we may try to arrange for you to see one of our reputable doctors. You will not be charged anything up front.
We also want you to know that it is not the end of the world if you miss one or two doctor’s appointments. However, if you repeatedly skip classes without an acceptable reason, your case may be seriously harmed. The insurance provider will probably consider that treatment gap as justification to significantly lower the amount of compensation you are entitled to.
Give us a call right now, and we will assist you go forward
The reality is that you can find assistance. In actuality, there are several explanations as to why you could have skipped a doctor’s visit. The Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas are in fact present. Call us right now at 909-982-0707 so that we can begin with a no-cost legal consultation.
