WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I WAS IN AN CAR/AUTO ACCIDENT ?
Unfortunately, most of us spend alot time in our cars due to our commutes or with family obligations, the studies have shown, most people will be in an automobile accident sometime in their lifetime.
The following are important things to remember if you are involved in an auto accident:
1. Seek treatment as soon as possible.
If there is a chance you may be seriously hurt, you should go to the Emergency room at your local hospital. There they can rule out fractures and life threatening injuries.
2. If you are still experiencing pain and discomfort a few days to a couple weeks later, than you should visit a local chiropractor to find out if you have any structural damage.
NOTE: The longer you wait after an accident to come to our office, typically the longer it takes for your body to heal.
3. Most auto insurance companies have what is called Med Pay. This means that your bills will be paid up to 100% up to a certain limit.
4. If the accident was not your fault. The other party’s auto insurance should cover your health care expenses at your chiropractor office. We do all of the paperwork for you, this helps relieve any stress on your part.
5. At the accident scene, get as much information on the other driver or drivers as possible. An accident report by Police is always helpful, but not required to have a case.
6. You should never settle with an insurance company before you have had us evaluate your injury for you. If you settle before your injury is fully resolved, you will be completely on your own and will have to pay out of pocket for your care.
7. Dealing with an insurance company can be difficult and stressful after an auto accident. We have a number of reputable and highly qualified auto accident attorney who we can refer you to for a consultation. Hiring a reputable Attorney essentially takes you out of the direct bargaining process with the insurance company and all the paperwork and phone calls associated with that and let’s you focus on healing.
8. Injuries sustained after a car accident if left untreated can lead to spinal degeneration and a host of other problems for years to come.
FINAL WORDS: I find that many people involved in an auto accident that WAS THEIR FAULT never get treatment. This tends to be due to the fear that their insurance will go up after a claim is filed.
Your PIP (Personal Injury Protection) is in place for this….but always check with your insurance.
Many insurance companies will not raise your rates after 1 or even 2 accidents in the same year.
THE INJURIES SUSTAINED IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT CAN CAUSE A HOST OF PROBLEMS FOR YEARS TO COME, OR EVEN THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.
YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO COME IN AND GET CHECKED.
Company Name: My Wellness DR
Contact Person: Dr Craig French
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Phone: 949-596-2900
Address:2224 Paige Rd #101
City: Durham
State: NC
Country: United States
Website: www.drcraigfrench.com
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