What steps should I take after a wreck to get money to pay for orthopedic doctor and surgery or what ever comes next?
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What steps should I take after a wreck to get money to pay for orthopedic doctor and surgery or what ever comes next?
i have gone to ER and seen my doctor. MRI results show a 50% tear in the common extensor tendon in my elbow. I have no insurance but the at-fault party admits liability and offered to pay for ER, additional medical bills up to $2,000 and $1,000 for pain and inconvence (this was prior to MRI). I refused their offer went and took MRI. What do I do now? My wife was OK; she signed off on a settlement of $1,000. Also, I received a check for damage to my car.
Asked on September 25, 2014 under Personal Injury, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
You can potentially sue the at-fault party for any costs (like medical bills), for lost wages (if any), or possibly, with significant, long-lasting injuries, for some amount of "pain and suffering." You may also be able to sue for car damage--at least any portion not paid yet. If you have received any payments, what you have received is essentially a credit against what you could recover; and if any settlements were signed, you need to review them to see if you gave up any rights. Your best bet is to consult with a personal injury (PI) attorney about the case, bringing with you all doctor reports, all correspondence, copies of all payment, and any settlements signed. Many such attorneys provide a free initial consultation; you can comfirm this before meeting with the lawyer.
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