Questions to ask your doctor after a car accident
Brandon J. Broderick, Personal Injury Attorney at Law
Making a complete recovery after suffering injuries in an accident should be your first priority. Your doctor's appointments are a vital part of your recovery. Those?doctor visits are important?as they will lead to medical records that will support your car accident claim. Until you are aware of the extent of your injuries, you cannot demand fair compensation.
Asking the correct questions is an important part of making sure you get the most out of your doctor visits. Knowing the right questions to?ask your doctor?can help you obtain the information you need to both effectively file a claim and heal physically.
We outline some of the most important questions to ask your doctor when you seek medical attention for a personal injury below. However, if you've been injured in a New Jersey car accident, you should contact a?NJ car accident lawyer?to represent you. Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law has?the team?and experience to give you the best support.
Top Questions For Your Doctor
What Injuries Do I Have?
If you don't ask, your doctor might not take the time to thoroughly explain all of your injuries to you. You can get the doctor to list all of your injuries by simply asking the question.
If you hadn't posed the question, they may not provide more information than they otherwise would have. Never be hesitant to follow up with questions and make thorough notes.
Will These Injuries Cause Issues Later?
In almost every state, including New Jersey, you are entitled to compensation for your medical expenses. However, you may not be aware of all of your medical costs by the time your case gets to trial if you've suffered serious injuries.
Future medical expenses?are still recoverable, but you must be able to demonstrate to the jury how much you anticipate them to cost. Furthermore, expressing your opinion is insufficient. They must hear it from a qualified medical expert.
What is the Duration of My Injury and Pain?
Your suffering is real following a personal injury or?car accident. And, you are entitled to financial compensation for your suffering.
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When it comes to?determining a value for your pain and suffering, you have to demonstrate the type of pain you are in and how long you will experience it. A doctor can help offer insight into these questions.
Am I Able To Go Back To Work?
Other losses you can recover in a personal injury lawsuit are lost wages. The person who injured you is liable for your lost wages if your injuries prevent you from working.
However, the other party may refute claims about your inability to resume work. A doctor's assessment that you are unable to work can act as evidence in your case. Additionally, you should also ask the doctor about the anticipated length of your absence from work.
Are Copies of My Medical Records Available?
Your lawyer can assist you in developing your case by looking over your?medical records. They can identify any gaps or further questions they have and then follow up on them.
It's likely that the opposing party will also want a copy of your medical records. You will be one step closer to establishing your case with copies of your medical records.
What Does My Treatment Plan Consist Of?