Q: In a car accident. The person at fault's insurance company wants my medical records sent to them. Should I send?
I was driving a State owned car at the time of the accident. I was hit from behind by driver on cell phone. The officer did not put the cell use in the report he also never asked if I needed medical attention. I drove myself to hospital afterwards. Two days later the person at fault's insurance company calls to offer me $1500 for pain and suffering. I told them that I hadn't even been to physical therapy yet. Two months later they want me to give them permission to get my medical records from all my doctors. What should I do next?
A:
It is curious that an offer should be made without seeing the medical records.
You could consult with an experienced personal injury attorney to help you make a well-informed decision here. An attorney could advise you about the factors that are considered in determining the value of such cases. They could outline the damages you could possibly be entitled to, based on the detailed facts of the case and your injuries.
Regardless of whether you choose to retain an attorney to represent you in this matter, you should consult with an attorney to learn what deadlines, timelines, and statutes of limitations you must act before to preserve your legal rights.
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