You’ve been in an auto accident in New Jersey. You undoubtedly have a lot of questions. You’re probably getting all sorts of advice. Advice from family, friends, colleagues, and that random guy at the gym who overheard you telling your friend you were recently in an accident. You may be wondering:
- Do I get checked out at the ER, urgent care, or my family doctor?
- Why do I feel worse days after the accident?
- Where should I go for ongoing treatment?
- Was the other person at fault? Were there any witnesses? Traffic cams?
- How do I obtain the police report?
- When should I notify my insurance company?
- Why is the other driver’s insurance company calling me?
- Do I need an attorney?
- How do I go about finding an attorney?
- Where do I take my car to get fixed?
- What do I do about transportation now that my car is out of commission?
- What if I need a letter of absence for work or school?
- What if I need a letter of excuse to be out of gym class temporarily?
- What if I need to put my gym membership on hold temporarily?
- What if I can’t work? Who helps me fill out the necessary paperwork for disability?
So many questions. You need answers. You need a guide. Someone who can be your advocate, answer your questions, and help you navigate your journey back to enjoying the things you were doing before your accident.
You’re not alone.
Driving in New Jersey can be dangerous to your health. According to the New Jersey Department of Transportation:
In 2020, there were 190,783 total car crashes statewide. (550 fatalities)
In 2021, there were 221,259 total car crashes statewide. (667 fatalities)
In 2022, there were 236,702 total car crashes statewide. (646 fatalities)
What should you do?
Don’t take your accident lightly. The decisions you make now may impact you for years to come. Being in an auto accident can be a harrowing experience, no matter how serious it is. The initial feelings of shock, disbelief, daze, and confusion make it a challenge to keep your wits about you and make necessary decisions. When these wear off, they’re typically replaced with anger, despair, and depression. You’ve got a lot to think about and your daily life can be thrown into turmoil.
There’s no reason to go through it alone. Reach out for help.
We’re here to help.
We’ve been treating individuals involved in automobile accidents in New Jersey for 35 years. We’ve treated thousands of patients and worked with hundreds of attorneys. Let us be your advocate. We’ll get all the testing needed to diagnosis your injuries, refer you to appropriate medical specialists, and provide gentle effective treatment to get you back to what you were doing and enjoying before your accident. In addition, we can help you find a good attorney, answer your insurance questions, help with transportation, write any necessary letter, and fill out any needed form.
You need a guide. Let us guide you.
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