Every case is unique in terms of its own fact patterns, so there is no one-size-fits-all prescription for which actions a North Carolina personal injury lawyer would recommend to a plaintiff. However, here are some of the more common scenarios where a plaintiff has an opportunity to act reasonably to minimize the consequences of their injuries:
The plaintiff should seek immediate medical attention for any known injuries or ailments.
If the plaintiff is no longer able to perform the required duties at their regular job, they should make a good-faith attempt at finding alternate employment if reasonable under the circumstances.
If there is a surgery or medical procedure recommended to the plaintiff, it could be viewed as unreasonable if the plaintiff declines to pursue it.
A qualified personal injury lawyer would advise the injured party to limit the number of doctors and physical therapy appointments that they miss. The more appointments the plaintiff misses, the more it appears that either the injury is not that serious, or the plaintiff is not making a reasonable effort to heal.