Although there is no specific legal limit on how long you have to go to the hospital after a truck accident in Ohio, there is a limit on the amount of time you have to file your case. Ideally, you should receive a physical examination immediately after a truck accident. In most situations, medical records will be an important part of your case. A delay in seeking medical care could be construed as a lack of injuries.
In addition, the stress and adrenaline rush you experience after a collision with a large truck could prevent you from realizing the severity of your injuries. A medical exam can uncover any seemingly hidden injuries. Concerns about the cost of medical care should not prevent you from going to the hospital either. Our truck accident lawyer can help you seek compensation for your medical bills from the party who is liable for the accident.
Does Not Getting Medical Care Right Away Hurt Your Ohio Truck Accident Case?
The most important reason to go to the hospital after an accident is to ensure that your injuries are properly diagnosed and treated. Prompt medical attention can also ensure that your injuries do not worsen.
Delaying or failing to seek medical care can jeopardize your personal injury case in the following ways:
- If you delay seeking medical care, the at-fault party’s insurance company may claim the accident did not cause your injuries
- If you fail to seek medical care altogether, the at-fault party’s insurance company may question the severity of the accident
Continue to follow your doctor’s recommended course of treatment and stick with your treatment plan. Doing so will maximize your physical recovery as well as support your compensation case. The evidence we collect for you will include your medical records and bills, which help prove the cause and cost of your injuries and their impact on your life.
What Other Time Limits Matter After a Truck Accident in Ohio?
After a truck accident, Ohio limits the amount of time you have to file your lawsuit against the at-fault truck driver, their employer, and/or the manufacturer of the truck or its parts. The filing deadline will vary according to the outcome of the accident. For example:
- If you or your loved one were hurt, the personal injury statute of limitations is generally two years from the date of the accident, according to Ohio Revised Code Section 2305.10
- If your loved one did not survive the accident, the wrongful death statute of limitations is generally two years, according to Ohio Revised Code Section 2125.02
Failing to file your lawsuit on time can be a costly error that bars you from filing it at all. With enough notice from you, our truck accident team can identify the relevant statute of limitations and ensure that your lawsuit is filed on time.
Who Is Responsible for Paying Your Hospital Bills After an Ohio Truck Accident?
Do not let the fear of steep medical expenses stop you from getting the care you need. The party whose negligence caused the truck accident should be responsible for your medical bills.
To identify the at-fault party (or parties), we collect evidence to prove they:
- Owed you a duty of care
- Did not provide their duty of care
- Caused the accident and your injuries
- Caused your financial damages
Because a truck accident can leave you with severe injuries, one of our goals is to make sure that you can focus on getting better without losing any momentum in your case. Our team will do the work to ensure that your case gets the attention to detail it deserves and is filed on time.
What Other Compensation Can You Pursue in a Truck Accident Case?
The costs you experience in the aftermath of a truck accident can add up alarmingly quickly. When we represent you, we help you request a range of recoverable damages from the at-fault party. These may include:
- Past and future medical bills
- Past and future income loss
- Loss of earning capacity
- Property damage or loss
- Diminished property value
- Physical disability
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
We can help you seek wrongful death damages if a member of your family did not survive the accident. Wrongful death damages often include the costs of making your loved one’s final arrangements and more. We will work to seek fair compensation to help your family avoid any additional financial strain.
After You Visit the Hospital, Take These Steps in Your Truck Accident Case
Once you have had your injuries assessed by a doctor, there are a few steps you can take to benefit your case. We recommend:
- Avoiding social media: Anything you share online can be taken out of context by the at-fault party’s team. If you share a post saying you feel okay after an accident, the at-fault party and their insurer could try to claim that your injuries are not as severe as you say they are.
- Keeping track of any evidence you have: If you have any hospital receipts, bills, or proof of your injuries, bring them to your lawyer. This evidence can help us link the accident to your injuries.
- Politely declining communication with insurers: Let our truck accident lawyer handle all communication with the insurance company. We have experience negotiating compensation for our clients, and we can defend you from questionable insurance practices.
You do not need to manage your truck accident case alone. We work with injured clients to help them pursue the compensation they need to pay for their truck accident hospital bills.
Review Your Truck Accident Case Today
Were you or a loved one injured in a truck accident? Find out how long you have to go to the hospital after a truck accident in Ohio, who is responsible for your medical bills, and how you can seek compensation for your losses.
Review your case and learn more about your compensation options by calling The Fitch Law Firm LLC today. We offer free initial consultations and can answer your call 24/7.