Why Should I Get a Medical Evaluation After an Accident?

 Posted on May 16, 2025 in Car Accident

Two car occupants refused medical transport after an Arlington Heights rollover crash on May 8th, 2025. News reports are unclear as to whether these people had apparent injuries after the accident. Many kinds of accidents can cause injuries. Those wounds are not always visible, but they may still exist.

If you are injured in any kind of accident caused by someone else, you should always accept or seek a professional medical evaluation. Why? Both to protect your health and provide a baseline for a potential insurance claim. Our skilled Arlington Heights, IL personal injury attorneys can use the evidence provided from your medical exam to help you secure the full compensation you deserve.

What Kinds of Accidents Fall Under Personal Injury?

Common personal injury cases include:

• Car, truck, and motorcycle crashes
• Premises liability incidents, including slip-and-falls, dog attacks, and assaults due to negligent security
• Pedestrian accidents
• Bus and train accidents
• Workplace accidents

After your accident, EMTs may be sent to the scene. In other cases, you may need to go to a doctor or hospital on your own. You may believe that you did not sustain any injuries or that they are minor. However, allowing a medical professional to examine you is very important. Some injuries develop over time, while others are internal with no visible signs.

What Are Examples of Accident-Related Injuries?

Some wounds are obvious. Cuts, compound fractures, and bruising are easy to see. However, whiplash and brain injuries can develop in the hours and days after an accident. Organ damage, back injuries, and internal bleeding can have serious consequences, but they are difficult to diagnose with a visual inspection.

If an injury goes undiagnosed, it will also go untreated. This lack of proper treatment can allow injuries to worsen. Sometimes, invisible wounds are fatal. Paramedics, doctors, and medical staff are trained to recognize signs of injuries. Yes, an exam may cost you money, but it could also save your life. If another party’s negligence caused your injuries, your attorney will include those costs in your personal injury claim.

How Does a Medical Exam Provide Evidence for a Personal Injury Case?

The vast majority of personal injury cases require you to prove that your injuries and related damages were directly caused by someone else’s negligence. Defective product cases usually rest on strict liability.

When you undergo a medical evaluation after an accident, the provider will document your condition. This medical record is an invaluable piece of evidence. It can prove the severity of your injuries and that the accident caused them. That establishes liability for paying your damages. Still, without an experienced lawyer on your side, you are unlikely to receive maximum compensation.

We know how to gather all the different kinds of evidence needed to support your claim. We know how to evaluate your situation to calculate all your damages, and we know how to force liable insurance companies to pay the highest amount available.

Consult Our Dedicated Rolling Meadows, IL Personal Injury Lawyers

If you are involved in an accident, always safeguard your health and personal injury case by getting a prompt medical exam. The experienced Palatine, IL car accident attorneys at Newland & Newland, LLP are standing by to assist. Contact us at 847-797-8000 or online to arrange your complimentary consultation today.