Get Necessary Medical Care After A Car Accident

Man receiving medical care after a car accident

Even with the incredible advances that have been made in recent history for the safety and functionality of automobiles, car accidentsĀ (as a category includingĀ other motor vehicle crashes) areĀ still one of the leading causes of death in the United States every year. It is imperative that you Get Necessary Medical Care After A Car Accident. Over 100 people are killed daily as a result of these events, and over 2.5 million people are treated in ER’s over the course of a year. The institutional and financial impacts of these incidents is extremely significant, but even more important is the devastation to people’s health and well-being after suffering a painful injury in their car accident.Ā 

If you are one of the millions of individuals involved in a car accident this year, this article is intended to help with the health considerations in the aftermath, from the diagnosis you may be facing, to the medical facilities that provide help, to the implications for the insurance claim and personal injury demands involved. Ryan Thompson and his team are passionate about providing quality Medical Care After A Car Accident and help to our clients, so if you have any questions after reading, please don’t hesitate to give us a call in Dallas at 214-444-4444 or Fort Worth at 817-444-4444.

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HowĀ Car Accidents Can Impact Your Health and Well-BeingĀ 

After you have been hurt in a seriousĀ car, truck, motorcycle,Ā boating orĀ ANY collision – please get medical treatment!Ā Nothing is more important than your healing and recovery, and yourĀ first priorityĀ should be seeking immediate attention from aĀ medical professional. Even minor impact crashes can result in injuries, especially if impactĀ happened toĀ occur inĀ justĀ the right place on yourĀ body orĀ vehicle, or if you had a pre-existingĀ afflictionĀ or condition that left you vulnerable. If you are not sure that you are injured or not sure how serious the damage is, do the right thingĀ for your healthĀ and get checked out by a doctor. Shock and adrenaline after an accidentĀ can numb the body’s abilityĀ to sense pain, so you may not beĀ in a positionĀ to confirm your own condition with accuracy.Ā Ā 

InĀ the work that we doĀ at Thompson Law, we have seen many types of injuries and many types of instigating eventsĀ for theĀ resultingĀ trauma.Ā But,Ā there are a few categories of harm that we see most commonly. In a split second, a motor vehicle, workplace,Ā or other accident could result in these types of injury and more:Ā 

HeadĀ Injuries: concussions, bruising, bleeding,Ā traumatic brain injury (TBI)Ā 

NeckĀ Injuries:Ā whiplash, sprains, strains, damaged disksĀ 

BackĀ andĀ SpineĀ injuries:Ā from slipped disks toĀ paralytic conditionsĀ like paraplegia or tetraplegiaĀ 

Skeletal Injuries: broken, crushed or fracturedĀ bones, joint damage, lost teethĀ 

External Injuries: cuts, bruises, lacerations,Ā burnsĀ 

Other injuries to musculature, tendons, ligaments, like sprains and strainsĀ 

Psychological Impacts: depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or cognitive and memory issuesĀ 

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Where to Seek Medical Care After A Car AccidentĀ 

Many of our clients seek advice on types of institutions and types ofĀ practitionersĀ that they should visit. If you are lucky enough to walk away from an accident, and not be transported in an ambulance for immediateĀ attention, you have at least some comfort in choosing the most appropriate venue for your needed medical care after a car accident. Here are a few of the categories of medical provider you may seek out after your accident and injury:Ā 

Emergency Room – For serious injuriesĀ needing attention immediatelyĀ 

Urgent Care Center – Similar benefits to an emergency room in that you can quickly be seen by a doctor with a short term or no appointment. Many facilities are 24 hours, and typically can treat a wide range of injuriesĀ Ā 

Hospital – For long term, in-patient treatment; surgeries and recovery; and specialist careĀ 

Doctor’sĀ Office – For injuries that are not debilitating, you can make an appointment and have the benefit of seeing your doctor or your primary care provider who also has your health historyĀ 

Specialist’sĀ Office – For specific injuries, treatments, or care, often centered around a specific function or system of the body that has sustained injury in your accidentĀ 

Therapist, Psychologist or Psychiatrist’sĀ Office – For counseling and recovery assistance for the psychological impacts many feel during and after their accident. Emotions like fear, helplessness, and grief can impact the healthy functioning of the brain and need treatment just like any other part of the body.Ā Ā 

Physical Therapy – For specific exercise and healing techniques to return the systems of the body to function as well as possible after the injuryĀ 

Chiropractor – For the neck, back, and certain spinal injury therapiesĀ 

Other TherapeuticĀ Treatments – Sometimes referred to as holisticĀ practices,Ā they focus on total body wellness. Examples include types ofĀ massageĀ or acupunctureĀ 

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HowĀ Medical TreatmentĀ Impacts Your Claim or CaseĀ 

Getting immediate medical treatment does twoĀ very importantĀ things:Ā first, it makes sure that any injuries you sustained are properly diagnosed and treated,Ā and second, it helps eliminate any doubt that your injuries were caused by the accident. By seekingĀ prompt medical treatment, you protect both your health and your ability to seek compensation for medical bills and time off work, with the help of your attorney.Ā 

The expert accident lawyers at Thompson Law are very skilled at guiding clients through the steps to take after sustaining an accident during an injury. Your dedicated attorney and their team can provide advice and a network of medical resources for your health and healing, all while overseeing the case documentation for the full scope of your expenses, losses, and hardships experienced as a result of yourĀ accident. Armed with this information about your experiences, they fiercely fight for every penny of compensation you deserve from those at fault. If you haveĀ any questionsĀ about this process,Ā we are here to helpĀ answer them, and help you focus on the most important thing – your recovery.Ā 

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Thompson Law is Your Ally in Treatment After Your AccidentĀ 

After a serious injury accident, there are many critical decisions that need to be made so quickly. It can be incredibly overwhelming to navigate all the requirements of insurance companies and medical institutions, all while trying to heal and recover, field the incoming repair and hospitalĀ bills, and just keep your life together.Ā Ā 

At Thompson Law, we’ve all been affected by these situations in our own lives, or through the experiences of our loved ones. We deeply understand and care about the trauma that you are suffering from a serious injury. Our goal is to take the hard work of battling with the bureaucraciesĀ of these large institutions off your plate. Let us gather the evidence, document your medical treatment path, and set you up for a successful demandĀ fromĀ the at-fault parties.Ā Ā 

All that we have talked about here is more than just our area of expertiseĀ becauseĀ the empathy that informs this work that we do is central to who we areĀ as individuals,Ā and as a firm.Ā Ā 

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Please reach outĀ when youĀ are in need ofĀ help after an accident.Ā 

We are here for you anytime you need us.Ā 

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Thompson Law’s Guarantee

Thompson Law offersĀ free case reviewsĀ to every potential client so we can help you determine the best legal approach to pursue.Ā We receive no attorney fees and you pay no legal expenses unless you get compensated for your accident.

Thompson Law’s personal injury lawyers and their legal teams treat every client with respect, empathy, and compassion. We understand that there is no one-size-fits-all approach, as every case is unique and different.Ā Our firm won 15 of theĀ top 50 settlements in Texas in 2021, as well as the 2nd and 3rd largest personal injury settlements in the State in 2020.Ā We can help you, too.

State law limits the time to file a claim following a personal injury accident. If you have been injured, call now for the help you need.