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What If I Didn’t Go To The Doctor After A Car Accident?

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What to Do If You Didn’t Go to the Doctor Right After the Accident

Get medical treatment as soon as possible to protect your health

If you have been involved in a car accident and did not go to the doctor, it is important to consider the potential consequences of not seeking medical treatment. In general, not going to the doctor after a car accident can have a negative impact on your health and well-being, and can make it more difficult to seek compensation for your injuries.

One of the main reasons why it is important to go to the doctor after a car accident is to ensure that any injuries you have sustained are properly diagnosed and treated. Some injuries, such as internal bleeding or whiplash, may not be immediately apparent, and failing to seek medical treatment can allow these injuries to worsen over time.

Another reason why it is important to go to the doctor after a car accident is to provide documentation of your injuries. If you are seeking compensation for your injuries, you will need to provide evidence of the injuries and the treatment you have received. Failing to go to the doctor after a car accident can make it more difficult to provide this evidence.

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Yes, it is possible to file a car accident lawsuit even if you did not receive medical treatment after the accident. However, not receiving medical treatment may make it more difficult to prove that you were injured in the accident and to establish the full extent of your injuries. In a car accident lawsuit, the injured party (the plaintiff) must prove that the other party (the defendant) was at fault for the accident and that the accident caused the plaintiff's injuries. Without medical records and other evidence of your injuries, it may be more difficult to establish these elements of your case. It's important to note that every case is different, and the specific factors that will affect your ability to file a successful car accident lawsuit will depend on the circumstances of your case.

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