Most people notice when they get hurt in a car accident, but some injuries are not so obvious. Sometimes symptoms and pain only appear later, and that can make it a bit more difficult to sue for damages. A Prince George’s County auto accident lawyer can help you build your case, show that you were injured, and show that you are owed compensation, no matter when you first noticed your injuries.
Which Symptoms Should I Look Out For?
Even if you don’t feel hurt immediately after an accident, there are a few things that you may want to look out for in the days following the crash. Some common symptoms of car accident injuries include:
- Headaches
- Pain, stiffness, or soreness to any part of the body
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness
- Feeling of disorientation or confusion
- Numbness or tingling in the limbs
- Sleep disruptions
Any of these issues could indicate an injury that you overlooked or did not notice at the time of the crash.
Should I See a Doctor Before Exhibiting Any Symptoms?
While you’re on the lookout for any injuries, you should schedule an appointment with a doctor. Seeing your doctor as soon as possible after an accident is always a good idea, even if you feel fine. Your doctor can give you a proper diagnosis and may be able to spot an injury that you did not notice.
This can also help you with your case if you decide to sue for damages later. This creates medical records that can be used as evidence of your injuries. Putting off a doctor’s visit can sometimes work against you in a case like this. An insurer might try to claim that you would have seen a doctor earlier if you were actually hurt in the accident. They could also argue that you are injured, but that you suffered those injuries somewhere else.
How Long Do I Have to Sue For Damages?
That can depend on where your accident happens. Maryland and Washington, D.C. give you three years to sue after an accident. Virginia gives you two years. Try to sue after the statute of limitations has expired and your case is likely to be thrown out.
Should I Hire a Lawyer?
A lawyer can help in any car accident case, but they can be especially helpful in a situation like this one. If you didn’t have an obvious injury at the scene of the accident, the insurance company is going to do anything it can to argue that you don’t have serious injuries and that you shouldn’t receive damages. Your lawyer can help you gather evidence the evidence that you need to make the most compelling case for compensation.
Contact Our Law Firm
So if you were hurt in an accident, contact McCarthy, Winkelman & Mester, L.L.P. We don’t care when you noticed your symptoms. If you were hurt, we want to hear about your accident and help you fight for the compensation that you deserve.
