In the state of Florida, individuals injured in a car accident only have 14 days to seek medical treatment. Otherwise, they may not be able to collect Personal Injury Protection (PIP) or additional compensation from their auto insurance. While some injuries such as whiplash or lower back pain may present symptoms within a few days from the auto accident, other injuries may not be immediately present. Some trauma may not be felt for several weeks or even months after a car accident. A victim who did not seek a proper medical examination within two weeks may lose their ability to make a claim against the insurance company.