My car accident was relatively minor, and I don’t think my injuries are all that bad, but my wife says I need to see a doctor anyway. Do I need to see a doctor after a car accident?

My car accident was relatively minor, and I don’t think my injuries are all that bad, but my wife says I need to see a doctor anyway. Do I need to see a doctor after a car accident?

Yes, it is best if you see a doctor as soon as possible after any car accident that you are involved in –whether you feel the injuries are minor or not.

Seeing a doctor establishes a paper trail documenting your injuries after an accident and provides an assessment of how serious they may be.

Injuries sustained in a car accident, even if they seem minor, could turn out to be serious later. Having a written record of your injuries means it is easier to deal with an insurance company while your attorney negotiates a settlement on your behalf or takes the case to court.

Most importantly, during the time that you are seeing a doctor and are being evaluated for your injuries, do not sign any injury release document from the defendant’s insurance company. Do not provide any taped interviews expressing your opinion of how the accident happened. Your attorney will handle your case so that you can recover.

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