You may not notice any sign of injury at first, but that doesn’t mean you are not hurt. Latent injuries, where signs of injury do not appear until hours or days after an accident, are relatively common. Seek medical attention as soon as possible after a car accident, even if you’re not in pain. A doctor may be able to detect an injury you had not yet noticed, which can keep the injury from getting worse and becoming more painful and expensive.
In any case, you need to seek medical attention to get damages for your injuries. This will prove the validity of your claim and determine your economic damages.