One of the most important steps to take after a car crash is to go to the hospital. This way, your injuries can be diagnosed and stabilized. This best practice applies even if you are unsure about the seriousness of your injuries.
Once your injuries are stabilized, the treating doctor may recommend going to a chiropractor. If the doctor does recommend seeing a chiropractor, you should go as soon as possible.
If you wait more than two or three days to see the chiropractor, your injuries could get much worse. Additionally, you are giving the insurance company a reason to question the connection between your injuries and the crash.
If the doctor who first treats your injury does not recommend seeing a chiropractor, but you disagree with this assessment, you have the right to seek out a second opinion.
However, it is often best to call an experienced lawyer to discuss your options. The attorneys at our firm can help you find the treatment you need, which might include chiropractic care.