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When you have just suffered a serious personal injury as a result of someone else's negligence, it may be difficult even to imagine what the next move should be. The steps that you take in the aftermath of suffering a Queens personal injury are crucial. They could well determine how much compensation you, as the victim, will receive for your injuries, damages and losses.
Pitfalls to Avoid
Even small and inadvertent mistakes that a personal injury victim makes can jeopardize his or her case. One of the most common mistakes personal injury victims make is not seeking prompt medical attention. Even if you believe your injuries are minor, it is crucial that you see a doctor as soon as possible. This will not only prevent a minor injury from turning into a major health condition, but will help you maintain a record of your injuries, treatment and related medical expenses.
Sometimes a Queens personal injury victim may fail to follow his or her doctor's orders. If your doctor provides you with certain recommendations to improve your condition following an accident, it is absolutely essential that you follow those recommendations. Not only will that help you recover quickly, but it will help prevent a defendant from maintaining that your claims are false and that you are deliberately worsening your condition to get more money.
Another common and serious mistake made by Queens personal injury victims is rushing to settle a claim without an attorney's input. It is never advisable for an injured victim to sign papers or agree to a settlement without first seeking the counsel of an experienced personal injury lawyer. Often, in accident cases, not all of a victim's injuries surface immediately after the incident. Some injuries may not manifest for weeks or even months after the incident. If you settle prematurely, it is impossible to go back and negotiate with the other parties.
Retaining the Services of a Queens Personal Injury Lawyer
If you are injured in an accident, you are not legally required to retain the services of a lawyer. However, if you intend to pursue your legal rights, it would be in your best interest to consult an experienced Queens personal injury lawyer, who will advise you about your rights and options. In addition, filing a personal injury claim is not an easy process. It is riddled with complexities and there are any number of opportunities to make serious mistakes that can jeopardize your claim.
The Queens personal injury lawyers of Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin, LLP have what it takes to fight for your rights, obtain fair compensation for your injuries and losses and hold the negligent parties accountable for their actions. Call us today for a free and comprehensive consultation.
