Being involved in a car accident is frightening and stressful. You have to deal with the insurance company, medical professionals, employers and much more. Trying to sort it all out takes time and patience. If you were injured in a car accident through no fault of your own, there are a few things that you need to keep in mind to make sure you get what you deserve.

Pictures matter more than you might realize.

When dealing with an auto accident, many people will automatically take pictures of their vehicle. It's almost as if that is a habit. However, what many people don't do is take pictures of their injuries. Right after the accident, take a few pictures to document any cuts, scrapes, broken bones and anything else you might have going on. As you progress through the healing phase, take some pictures. This shows how long it took you to recover and the extent of your injuries, both of which are crucial when trying to get the most amount of money possible from the insurance company.

Don't miss out on going to your appointments.

Regardless of whether you feel like it or not, doctor and specialist appointments are crucial to the overall success of your case. You need to make sure you attend each and every scheduled appointment you have. Not only does this create a timeline for your recovery, but it also shows that you are dedicated to getting better and you are still working on recovering. When you care enough to go to your appointments as scheduled, the insurance company will care enough to get you paid. Missing out on appointments shows that your injuries aren't that bad, thus making the insurance companies pay less than they should.

You have the right to be checked out by your own doctor.

If at any point the insurance company tells you that you are required to see their doctor, you can always tell them that you are exercising your right to see your own medical provider. You can choose who you go to for treatment. However, you could always see their doctor to appease them and give them the second opinion from your own doctor to back up your claims and go against anything that might be off from their doctor. The choice is yours, but know that they cannot force you to see their doctor.

If you are ever in doubt, take the time to discuss your questions and concerns with an auto accident attorney who can help make sure you get the compensation you deserve.

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