While the physical injuries sustained in a car accident are often serious and painful, the emotional effects can prove just as detrimental to everyday life. Those suffering from PTSD and other psychological afflictions after a car accident are likely concerned about their ability to recover compensation. To obtain skilled representation and knowledgeable legal counsel in your case, contact a Middlesex County auto accident attorney today.
What is PTSD?
PTSD is a mental condition that may develop in individuals who have witnessed or experienced a traumatic event. PTSD stands for post-traumatic stress disorder and refers to the symptoms that take over an individual’s life after being involved in a terrifying or extraordinarily stressful situation. The condition can affect anyone from soldiers who were involved in combat to the victims of an attack, sexual assault, car accidents, etc.
PTSD can cause a variety of symptoms like flashbacks to the traumatic event, nightmares, severe anxiety, feelings of depression, isolation, avoiding people, places, and feelings related to the incident, and more. For individuals who develop PTSD as a result of a car accident, these symptoms can be found in a fear of driving or being in cars, intense stress when near cars or behind the wheel, difficulty talking about the accident or processing it, etc.
How Can I Recover Compensation for PTSD After a Car Accident?
Recovering compensation for PTSD after a car accident can be complex. Insurance companies may refuse to believe you or deny a claim related to an emotional or psychological injury in an attempt to pay out as little as possible via a claim. You may also run into problems if your PTSD is not diagnosed for a while after the accident. However, according to state law, both current and future medical bills related to PTSD treatment, disability, and lost wages are compensable damages.
An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate these challenges and ensure you recover the compensation you deserve. Whether through an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit, you can pursue financial compensation for both the economic and non-economic damages associated with your accident and PTSD.
To successfully recover compensation you must work with your lawyer to establish a clear link between the accident and the development of your PTSD as well as offer evidence proving how and the extent to which it has affected your life. You should gather medical information and evidence from reputable sources like doctors and psychologists who have worked with you. Expert testimony regarding your diagnosis and how PTSD has impacted your life is crucial in ensuring you are awarded adequate compensation.
The legal process surrounding car accidents and personal injury law can be complex. Work with an experienced attorney from Stathis & Leonardis, LLC for skilled legal advice and representation.
