Making a complete recovery after suffering injuries in an accident should be your first priority. Your doctor's appointments are a vital part of your recovery. Those doctor visits are important as they will lead to medical records that will support your car accident claim. Until you are aware of the extent of your injuries, you cannot demand fair compensation.
Asking the correct questions is an important part of making sure you get the most out of your doctor visits. Knowing the right questions to ask your doctor can help you obtain the information you need to both effectively file a claim and heal physically.
We outline some of the most important questions to ask your doctor when you seek medical attention for a personal injury below. However, if you've been injured in a New Jersey car accident, you should contact a NJ car accident lawyer to represent you. Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law has the team and experience to give you the best support.
Top Questions For Your Doctor
What Injuries Do I Have?
If you don't ask, your doctor might not take the time to thoroughly explain all of your injuries to you. You can get the doctor to list all of your injuries by simply asking the question.
If you hadn't posed the question, they may not provide more information than they otherwise would have. Never be hesitant to follow up with questions and make thorough notes.
Will These Injuries Cause Issues Later?
In almost every state, including New Jersey, you are entitled to compensation for your medical expenses. However, you may not be aware of all of your medical costs by the time your case gets to trial if you've suffered serious injuries.
Future medical expenses are still recoverable, but you must be able to demonstrate to the jury how much you anticipate them to cost. Furthermore, expressing your opinion is insufficient. They must hear it from a qualified medical expert.
What is the Duration of My Injury and Pain?
Your suffering is real following a personal injury or car accident. And, you are entitled to financial compensation for your suffering.
When it comes to determining a value for your pain and suffering, you have to demonstrate the type of pain you are in and how long you will experience it. A doctor can help offer insight into these questions.
Am I Able To Go Back To Work?
Other losses you can recover in a personal injury lawsuit are lost wages. The person who injured you is liable for your lost wages if your injuries prevent you from working.
However, the other party may refute claims about your inability to resume work. A doctor's assessment that you are unable to work can act as evidence in your case. Additionally, you should also ask the doctor about the anticipated length of your absence from work.
Are Copies of My Medical Records Available?
Your lawyer can assist you in developing your case by looking over your medical records. They can identify any gaps or further questions they have and then follow up on them.
It's likely that the opposing party will also want a copy of your medical records. You will be one step closer to establishing your case with copies of your medical records.
What Does My Treatment Plan Consist Of?
To get maximum compensation, the jury wants to know that you're contributing to your own recovery. That includes being aware of and adhering to your treatment plan.
If the jury doesn't believe you're committed to sticking with your treatment plan, they won't be likely to award compensation for your future medical expenses. Asking your doctor to explain things to you is not something to be afraid of.
Is Physical Therapy Required?
Physical therapy may also be included in your medical costs. After a personal injury, rehabilitation is something that is usually continuous. You need to be aware of what to expect as you recover and prepare your defense.
It's possible that you won't discover you require physical therapy until long after your claim has been resolved. By addressing this issue early on, you can assure that you will receive the funding required for ongoing physical therapy.
How Brandon J. Broderick Can Help You
You can ask your doctor the correct questions with the assistance of your personal injury lawyer. Retaining the services of Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law will set your mind at ease. Our team can ask the important questions that you might not think to ask based on our own experience. Additionally, we can explain the evidence in a way that the jury will find clear.
Our team will help in gathering and using evidence related to your injuries to help you get a favorable outcome.
Contact us today for a free consultation. You do not have to pay us anything upfront. Our fees are contingent. We are only paid when we win your case.