Following a doctor’s instructions is one of the most critical steps after a personal injury accident to protect your rights when filing your claim and ensure a proper recovery. Here’s why it’s crucial to follow your doctor’s plan immediately after your accident and avoid any interruptions in your treatment.

It helps you recover better.

Following your doctor’s prescribed recovery pace is essential. Skipping appointments, medications, or rehabilitation therapy sessions can cause problems or delay your recovery. Following the prescribed treatment will significantly improve your recovery outcomes and minimize the risk of pain or long-term side effects.

It gives credibility to your personal injury case.

Following your doctor’s instructions helps show the insurance company or the judge in your case that you are committed to your recovery and, therefore, deserve compensation for your medical expenses. On the other hand, if you don’t follow your treatment consistently, judges might think your injuries weren’t that serious, which can weaken your credibility. 

Keep track of the medical treatment you need.

Every visit with your doctor will help you create a record of your injury, the treatment you received, and the progress that you are showing through your recovery. This record will also be critical to the evidence your attorney uses in your personal injury claim, as it will show the extent of your injuries, the costs of your treatment, and the time you have spent on your recovery. Records support your claim and help determine your compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and suffering.

Avoid having your compensation amount reduced.

Failing to follow your doctor’s advice can be used against you as the at-fault party could argue that you contributed to your condition, which would decrease the amount of your compensation. By adhering to your doctor’s instructions, you demonstrate responsible behavior, reducing the chances of them arguing against you.

Following your doctor’s instructions after a personal injury accident is critical to your health and strengthening your claim. And with the help of an experienced personal injury attorney, your results will be as expected. Attorney Martha DahDah is unafraid to fight insurance companies and responsible parties who are not willing to pay what you deserve. With her on your side, you can be sure that your rights will be respected and that you will receive fair compensation for your injuries. Don’t hesitate to contact us.