auto collision

After discharge from the hospital, it is essential to follow the discharge instructions.  These will include a referral to a provider for after-care and follow up, information on any prescription medications, and strict return precautions.  Following up with the referral provider on or before the scheduled or suggested date is key for documentation of injuries […]

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When you get to the hospital after an auto collision, be sure to give a complete and accurate medical history to the doctor and nurse.  Include any injuries from previous car accidents, worker’s compensation claims, or other previous injuries.  When speaking to a doctor, try to distinguish the differences between the pain and injuries caused […]

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After an automobile collision, follow these steps, offered from the perspective of a personal injury lawyer and an emergency room nurse. First, call 911 to alert emergency personnel of the incident and include the location, number of people involved, types of vehicles, and any potentially serious injuries.  C.R.S. § 42-4-1603 requires drivers involved in a […]

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