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Why You Shouldn’t Dismiss Your Minor Injuries After a Car Accident

 

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Car accident victims suffer injuries ranging from minor to severe. Minor injuries are often overlooked, as most people do not believe they can be life-threatening. However, there are instances where a minor wound can become severe and life-threatening.

As a result, you should not ignore minor injuries. This blog covers why you shouldn’t dismiss your minor wounds after a car accident. It also covers who pays your compensation after a crash where your injuries are not severe.

If you or a loved one sustained injuries after a collision, contact our car accident lawyers at Goodman Acker P.C. by calling 248-286-8100.

Why You Need Our Lawyers at Goodman Acker P.C.


At Goodman Acker P.C., we have decades of experience representing victims of car accidents. A minor injury can quickly develop into something more severe, and our attorneys can help you recover compensation from the at-fault party.&

Our lawyers offer free consultations and have achieved numerous awards and recognition for our work, including an AV® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®.

We use all our resources to fight for our clients and do not stop until we get a favorable outcome. We have a 99% success rate and have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for our clients. Call us today at 248-286-8100 to schedule a free case review.

Why Should You Pay Attention to Minor Injuries After an Accident?


While suffering from minor injuries in a car accident can be frustrating and stressful, you may count your blessings that they aren’t catastrophic and require you to pay handsomely for medical treatment. However, what seems to be a minor injury may be a sign of a more serious medical issue, so pay attention to minor injuries.

The following are reasons to pay attention to minor injuries after a car accident:

You May Have Delayed Injuries


Some injuries do not manifest immediately after an accident and are called delayed injuries. The symptoms of these wounds do not display immediately, and, in some cases, they may be life-threatening if not identified on time. Accident injuries with delayed symptoms include:

  • Whiplash

  • Concussion

  • Internal bleeding and hemorrhagic shock

  • Blood clots and hematomas

  • Back injuries

  • Psychological injuries.


The best way to rule out delayed injuries is to go to the hospital after an accident and get a complete body checkup. Doing this goes a long way to save your life, especially if you have a blood clot/hematoma or internal bleeding.

Adrenaline Camouflages Pain


After an accident, the body experiences a huge surge of adrenaline, which keeps you from knowing the true extent of your injury by camouflaging pain. So, you might feel only mild discomfort rather than the intense pain of severe injuries. But you should not dismiss your pain, even if it’s mild. Go to the hospital and have a doctor check you to ensure adrenaline is not masking more severe wounds.

What Happens If You Don’t Get Treatment After a Minor Injury?


Generally, you cannot file a compensation claim if you suffered minor injuries in an accident, as Michigan is a no-fault state. You can seek compensation only if your injuries are severe. By going to a hospital after an accident, you can know whether you suffered a severe injury.

If you sustained a severe wound, you can file a claim against the at-fault party for compensation. But you need your medical record as evidence to show that your injury was severe, not a minor injury.

If you do not go to the hospital, and the severe wound is not identified immediately, the at-fault party’s insurer can claim that the injury only became severe because you aggravated it and failed to get treatment when it was minor. Therefore, getting treatment after a minor injury and identifying or ruling out the possibility of a severe wound is important.

Why You Shouldn’t Dismiss Your Minor Injuries After a Car Accident FAQs


If you suffered minor injuries after an accident, you may have questions about whether you can file a claim and the claims process. Below, we have answered some frequently asked questions:

Who Pays for Your Medical Treatment After a Minor Injury?


Your no-fault car accident insurance policy will cover your medical treatment after a minor injury. If you have health insurance, you can use it for the treatment.

Can I File a Compensation Claim for a Minor Injury in Michigan?


No. Michigan is a no-fault car accident insurance state, so each party to an accident will pay their medical bills themselves unless the injury was severe.

When Can I File a Claim After a Car Accident in Michigan?


You can file a compensation claim if your injuries are severe. Suppose you suffered a delayed injury and experienced delayed symptoms. You can still seek compensation if the wound is severe.

Can a Lawyer Help If I Suffered Minor Injuries?


You may not need a lawyer if you suffered minor injuries. But if you’re experiencing pain and other delayed symptoms days or weeks after a car accident, you should hire a team of personal injury lawyers who know what they’re doing. Our lawyers can give tips on filing a claim and ask you for evidence to build a strong case. It’s never too late to file a claim as long as you immediately seek help when you feel pain.

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Minor injuries often become more serious, especially if the injury symptoms are delayed or adrenaline camouflaged the pain. If your wound is severe, you may be entitled to financial compensation, and our lawyers at Goodman Acker P.C. can help. We will represent your interests and ensure the at-fault party’s insurer does not deny your claim because your injury was initially ruled minor.

Contact us immediately if you or a loved one suffered minor wounds that later became severe. Our lawyers can help you obtain a favorable outcome. Call us now at 248-286-8100 to schedule a free initial consultation.

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