When you are injured due to the negligent actions of another person, understanding what you must do to recover the compensation you deserve is critical. Unfortunately, one thing many underestimate is the importance of adhering to medical advice following an accident. Though you may know it’s in your best interest to go to a doctor, it’s imperative to follow their directions carefully. Not sure why this is so crucial to your case? Keep reading to learn why you must follow their advice and how personal injury attorneys in Baltimore County can help you recover the funds you deserve.
Why Do I Have to Follow Medical Advice After an Accident?
When you are injured in an accident and receive medical advice from your doctor, you may think following their orders isn’t necessarily important. However, you’ll find that if you do not adhere to their orders, it can complicate matters.
Following the advice of your doctor is critical to ensuring you heal properly. Your doctor has gone through years of schooling to help ensure you receive the best care possible. As such, your doctor will provide orders to help ensure you heal to the fullest extent and avoid further complications. Though following their orders may not seem entirely necessary, it is imperative to help provide the best possible recovery.
If you do not adhere to medical advice, not only can it increase the severity of your injuries, but it can also impact your ability to receive the compensation you deserve for the damages you’ve endured. Unfortunately, you’ll find that if you do not adhere to orders and the defense finds out, it can drastically impact your claim. Maryland is a contributory negligence state, meaning if you do anything to contribute to the damages you’ve endured, you can be barred from collecting the compensation you deserve. As such, if you do not follow your doctor’s orders, you can be found partially liable for the damages you’ve sustained and will not recover the compensation you deserve.
Why Do I Need an Attorney if I Want to File a Claim?
Though ensuring you connect with a medical professional is critical to helping you fight for the most compensation possible, discussing your legal options with an attorney is just as important. Not only can working with an attorney give you the best chance at recovering compensation, but it also allows you to focus your attention on healing. When you are injured, trying to navigate a personal injury claim while seeking medical attention can be overwhelming and may lead to errors that impact the outcome of your case. However, allowing an attorney to handle the legal complexities gives you the opportunity to focus on healing.
When you’ve been hurt, the Law Offices of Markey & Orsi can help. Just as you trust your doctor to help you heal, you can trust us to help you fight for justice against the negligent party responsible for your injuries. Contact our dedicated team today to learn how we can assist you.
