If you were injured in a car accident and you are thinking about suing, you should think carefully about the severity of your injuries and how they might affect your life. A minor injury might be easy to recover from, but a serious injury could require so much more work, and money, to treat. A San Antonio, Texas car accident lawyer can tell you why this distinction matters.
What Would Be Considered a Minor Injury?
A minor injury is something that may need medical treatment, but won’t have you going back and forth to multiple medical appointments over an extended period of time. You might need some rest and some pain medication for injuries like muscle strain, headaches, or small cuts and bruises, but you should be fine soon.
A serious injury is something like a fracture, broken bone, or severe head injury that could require continued treatment. Such an injury could affect your mobility or ability to work. You may not be able to care for yourself on your own.
It is important to establish what kind of injuries you have when damages are being negotiated. If you have minor injuries and a small stack of medical bills to be paid, that’s one thing. Negotiating about the cost of treating a serious injury that will continue to affect you in the coming months or even years can be far more complicated.
Should I See a Doctor If I Think I Have a Minor Injury?
Yes, you should see a doctor even if you think that you just have a minor injury. This can:
- Help you with your case
- Ensure that you get a proper diagnosis
- Reduce the chances that you’ll make an injury worse
Most importantly of all, a doctor can determine if you have a minor injury or if there is something more serious going on. If you plan to sue for damages, seeing a doctor after your accident is a necessity.
Can a Low-Speed Collision Cause a Serious Injury?
It’s also important to remember that even a low-speed injury can cause a serious injury. Don’t just brush off a “fender bender” and assume that you’re fine. An injury called whiplash, which is caused by your head moving forward and snapping back, can be minor or it can end up being a serious, enduring issue. Always get checked out at a doctor and be ready to sue for damages if needed.
Schedule a Free Case Consultation
Whether you have minor injuries or serious ones, we want to hear from you. Contact Sahadi Legal Group and ask to schedule a free case consultation. We can tell you more about your legal options and how damages are calculated.
