Documenting your injuries is a necessary part of any personal injury case. If you got hurt in an accident and someone else is to blame, our Monmouth County slip and fall accident attorneys can tell you what to do and how to build a case. Then we’ll help you fight for the kind of compensation that you deserve.
What Evidence Can Help Me Document My Injuries?
The more evidence that you have of your injuries, the better. We suggest documenting the results of your accident with evidence like:
Photos: You may know to take photos of an accident scene or damage to vehicles after a car accident, but you should also get pictures of your injuries. Additional pictures of them should also be taken as you recover. It can also be helpful to have photos of any scarring or disfigurement that they leave behind.
Police report: If you got into a car accident and called the cops to the scene, their report should contain useful evidence about how the accident occurred. If you got hurt in a store or at another establishment, there should be an incident report filled out and you should get your own copy of that.
A journal: We recommend writing about your injuries and the pain you experience on a daily basis. Journaling your road to recovery can help you show how the injuries from an accident have upended your life and affected how you work or take part in leisure activities.
Do I Need to Get My Injuries Treated Right Away?
Yes, seeing a doctor right away should be a top priority after an accident. This is true even when you feel like your injuries are not all that serious. It can be tough to diagnose yourself, especially in the immediate aftermath of an accident. That’s a stressful situation and the adrenaline pumping through your system could be a distraction.
A medical professional can give you a proper diagnosis and help you avoid behaviors that can make your injury worse. Plus, you now have medical records and medical bills that can serve as compelling evidence during your negotiations for compensation.
How Much Compensation Can I Win in a Personal Injury Case?
Every case is different. How much compensation you can win largely depends on how much evidence you have, how convincing of a case you can build, and how severe your injuries are. This is why properly documenting them is important. Insurance companies rarely want to give up a generous settlement, but our lawyers will help you negotiate for an offer that helps make up for things like:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning potential
- Loss of enjoyment
- Pain and suffering
Ask to Schedule a Consultation Today
When you are ready to learn more about your legal options, talk to our attorneys. Contact the Wilton Law Firm and ask to schedule a free case consultation. Whether you were hurt in a car accident or injured in an accident on someone else’s property, we’re ready to help.
