What to Do After a Car or Work Accident

WHAT TO DO AFTER A CAR OR WORK ACCIDENT TYPES OF ACCIDENTS CAR WORK Can happen at any time, even if you are a careful driver Workplace injuries are urprisingly common Serious injuries may result no matter what speed you are going Accidents at work could be the responsibility of your employer Even a minor accident can produce injuries that cause chronic pain Know your rights and file a worker's compensation claim when applicable EVALUATE THE SITUATION Do you have serious or life-threatening injuries? IF SO, you should go to the emergency room IF NOT, you should still seek medical attention Some injuries may not immediately present themselves GET A LAWYER A personal injury lawyer will defend your rights after an accident You may be entitled to compensation either from work or the other driver's insurance IF YOU HAVE A LAWYER, let your doctor know and continue with your treatment IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER, your doctor can refer you to one with experience GET DIAGNOSED Some injuries may heal quickly with the assistance of a doctor Other injuries may take longer to heal, and need ongoing attention IF THIS HAPPENS, your doctor can send a report to your lawyer to use in negotiating a settlement IF THIS HAPPENS, your doctor can refer you to a specialist and alert your lawyer about what's happening PROVIDED BY: ALTERGYN LLC wWW.CARANDWORKINJURYDOCTOR.COM SOURCES: http://www.cars.com/go/advice/story.jsp?section=ins&subject=how_file&story=what-to-do-in-an-accident http://www.carandworkinjurydoctor.com/Practice-Areas/Personal-Injury-Care.aspx