If you’ve been injured in an accident, whether it’s a car crash, slip and fall, or workplace incident, medical documentation can make or break your case. Even minor injuries can become complicated without a proper paper trail.
Why Medical Records Matter:
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Prove the injury occurred
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Connect the injury to the accident
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Show the severity and long-term effects
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Support your claim for compensation
What Should Be Included:
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Initial emergency room visit or doctor consultation
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Diagnosis, treatments, and medications
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X-rays, MRIs, lab results
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Specialist referrals and follow-up visits
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Physical therapy notes
Delays Can Hurt Your Case:
If you wait too long to see a doctor, insurance companies may claim:
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The injury wasn’t serious
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It happened after the accident
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You contributed to the severity
Other Helpful Documents:
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Photos of injuries
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Journals tracking pain or limitations
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Witness statements from caregivers or family
Tip: Always keep copies of every medical bill and report — you may need them months later in court or settlement talks.
