When you are injured in a car accident, the extent of your injuries plays a big role in your overall ability to seek financial damages. Whether you are out of work for a few weeks recovering or you are now permanently disabled, you have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit when you have suffered because of the negligence of another driver. If you are in treatment and signs are indicating you are not going to physically recover completely, it's time to work with an attorney to help you protect your financial future. If you are not able to return to work because of your injuries, you have the right to financial compensation.

Reaching A Medical End to Treatment

A medical end to treatment means that despite all of your best efforts, you are as healed as you are going to be from the injuries you sustained. Once your treatment providers have determined that there is nothing left to do for you medically, your level of permanent disability can be determined. This is going to vary widely from patient to patient. It also doesn't mean you no longer have any treatment. A medical end to treatment means you have recovered as much as possible and are now receiving comfort services to help you manage with your disability caused by the accident.

Cooperating with All Medical Treatment

To reach a medical end to treatment, you must cooperate with all of your treatment providers. This means that you have to keep your appointments and follow through with any treatment recommendations in an effort to get better. When you fully comply with treatment, this will strengthen your personal injury case. You will have the professionals you need on your side who can verify your participation in treatment and your outlook for the future. If you aren't going to be able to work, you need a treatment team that will clearly state this to the court in order to get compensation for future lost wages.

Working with Your Attorney

A serious car accident injury generally requires the help of an attorney to settle the case. If an insurance company is quick to offer a settlement, then you know your case has merit. Talk over your case with an attorney to determine an amount that will protect your financial future if you are no longer able to work. Together you will determine the merits of your case and what to accept if a settlement is offered.