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3 Mistakes To Avoid After An Auto Accident

2 December 2015 by Hunter Moore

After being in an auto accident, your mind is going a million places trying to figure everything out. You are stuck dealing with insurance adjusters, doctors, lawyers and a number of other individuals all for the sake of getting your vehicle fixed, recovering from your injuries and settling your claim. Not only is the entire process confusing, but it is extremely overwhelming as well. There are a lot of things you need to do to make sure you don't end up getting shorted on your accident claim. Avoid the three mistakes below to maximize your settlement.

Not documenting your injuries.

Oftentimes, people don't write down what the extent of their injuries are. They figure they don't need to. However, documenting everything from the time the accident occurred can go a long way in proving just how extensive the injuries were and how long it took you to recover. Take pictures, keep a journal, whatever it takes. You simply want record of how bad the injuries were from the accident.

Failing to get the treatment you need.

If the doctor asks that you get treated by a specialist, you need to make sure you follow their recommendations. You don't want to skip out on important medical treatment. Not only will it prolong the recovery process, but it also looks bad on you when the insurance company checks in to see how your recovery is coming along. It makes it look like you didn't care enough to get treated or that your injuries weren't as bad as you claimed they were.

Neglecting to include the extras in your claim.

Many people aren't aware of all the little extras that can be included in an injury claim. Everything from mileage to doctor appointments to prescription copays, medical copays, payments to providers to help during the recovery and much more. There are a lot of little extras that you can claim that extend beyond just your lost wages and doctor appointment.

By not doing the three things above, you can get the settlement you need in a short period of time. This helps ensure the insurance company doesn't try to take advantage of you by offering you less than your claim is worth. With so many different variables coming into play, you need to turn to a licensed attorney like Monohan & Blankenship to handle the difficult process for you. This way, you get what you deserve and nothing less.

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