In Colorado, you have two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury claim, unless you were injured in a car accident. Car accident cases come with a three-year filing deadline. If you do not discover your injuries immediately after your accident, you still have time to file a claim for financial compensation against one or more defendants. It is important, however, not to answer any questions about your injuries or state that you are not injured to the police or an insurance company until you have seen a doctor.
Go to a hospital right away for an injury diagnosis. You will need an official diagnosis to be eligible for financial compensation, in most cases. Keep an injury journal, where you document how your injury impacts your life and how you feel day-to-day. Then, contact a personal injury lawyer for assistance with the claims process. A lawyer can improve your chances of having a valid claim for a delayed or hidden injury after an accident.