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How Can I Document My Injuries After an Automobile Accident in Michigan?
Car accidents are a fact of life. Some statistics say that the average driver will be in three to four wrecks in their lifetime, or one every eighteen years. Those who drive more frequently may get in even more wrecks than that. Michigan drivers are no exception. In 2023, there were 287,953 accidents on Michigan roadways. 71,000 of these accidents involved some kind of injury. Almost 6,000 of those injuries were severe.
Even with insurance, automobile accidents can be expensive. This is especially true if injuries are involved. Insurance may not necessarily cover all your medical expenses. Insurance may not also cover your costs if you’re forced to take time off from work or potentially even lose a job as the result of serious injuries. Insurance also can’t compensate you for time lost with family and friends and fulfilling social obligations. To seek restitution, you may need to file a personal injury lawsuit. This is why if you’ve been injured in an automobile accident in Michigan, you must document your injuries and consult an experienced attorney.
What Kind of Injuries Can I Sustain in a Car Accident in Michigan?
Most people know that injuries sustained in a car accident can be severe. Even with advancements in safety technology, cars still travel at incredibly high speeds. The impact of an automobile on a person or another automobile can have a catastrophic effect. Per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the most common injuries sustained in car accidents are:
- Soft Tissue Damage
- Head Injuries
- Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Injury to the Limbs
- Injury to Internal Organs
Any one of these injuries could profoundly impact a person’s quality of life. Most people who are injured in car accidents sustain at least two or more injuries. This means a person hurt in a car accident can anticipate a combination of injuries such as two or more broken limbs, a concussion and organ damage, and more.
Any one of these injuries can take a long time to heal. Many of these injuries require a person to take an extended period of time off of work. In some extreme instances, some injuries may result in permanent disability or reduced mobility. This is especially true if spinal damage results in total or partial paralysis. It is also true if a traumatic brain injury results in permanent neurological damage.
Depending on insurance, you may not receive enough money to cover all of your medical expenses. This is especially true if you suffer injuries requiring long-term care. If insurance does not cover all of your expenses, you may need to file a personal injury lawsuit. This is why documenting injuries and consulting an experienced attorney are imperative if you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident.
How Can I Document My Injuries if I am Injured in a Car Accident in Michigan?
Documenting your injuries is one of the most critical steps after seeking medical attention. Regardless of whether it initially appears as though you have been injured or not, you should always notify the police and go to the emergency room. Some of the most serious injuries a person can sustain in a car accident may not be readily apparent at first. This can include internal organ damage, internal bleeding, and brain injury. Even if you do not feel injured, it is always best to err on the side of caution and visit an ER following an accident.
In addition to receiving medical attention for any potential injuries, going to an ER following an accident will help to create a paper trail. The ER visit will generate a great deal of documentation regarding your injuries. This includes imaging such as X-rays, CAT scans, and MRIs. It also includes doctors’ notes and hospital reports.
In addition to all documentation created by the hospital, you should make your own documentation. This includes photos and videos of your injuries if they are visible. Lacerations, bruises, broken limbs in casts, and other visible injuries should all be photographed. If you or someone else is well enough to take footage and photos at the accident scene itself, this can provide potentially significant contributing evidence for your case.
Police reports are also valuable for documenting injuries based on what officers may have observed at the accident scene. A police report may also contain witness statements that can be valuable in court. The report may also indicate if there is security camera footage or witness footage available that can help support your case.
What Should I Do if I’m Injured in a Car Accident in Michigan?
If you or a loved one are injured in a motor vehicle accident, insurance will not always cover the cost of all your injuries. This is especially true if you suffered severe injuries requiring long-term or permanent care. Insurance may not cover other related medical, work, or automobile expenses. If you or a loved one have been injured in a car wreck, you shouldn’t hesitate to contact Ratton Law Group PC, located at 1300 Broadway St Fl 7, Detroit, MI 4822.
The attorneys of Ratton Law Group PC know that being in a car accident can be a frightening experience. They also know that, due to injuries, being in a car wreck is only the beginning of a long and involved recovery process. They understand insurance companies will fight every claim to try and avoid paying out money. The attorneys of Ratton Law Group PC also know that everyone who’s been hurt in a car wreck deserves just compensation for their injuries, pain and suffering, lost wages, and more.
If you’ve been hurt in a car wreck, be sure to visit the hospital and file a police report. Then, contact Ratton Law Group PC at 313-631-0502 or email them for a free consultation. Your recovery journey can begin today.
