After an accident, medical records can play a critical role in negotiations, lawsuits, and settlement discussions with both insurance carriers and responsible individuals. At Ackerman & Falcon, we know medical records, including independent medical evaluations, are often the best evidence to demonstrate that an accident caused a specific injury. Additionally, medical records are crucial to evaluating an injury's severity and long-term impact on a victim's life and livelihood.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, your medical records may hold the key to securing the compensation you need and deserve.

Medical Records and Causation

Medical records play a critical role in proving causation. In other words, medical records help prove that the accident in which you were involved caused your injuries or exacerbated your already existing ailment. The experienced attorneys at Ackerman & Falcon will collaborate with you to prove the link between your accident and your injury.

Medical Records and Severity of Injury

Medical records also have a significant role to play in demonstrating how severely you have been hurt. The severity of your injury can impact the type and amount of financial compensation you receive. A more significant injury may require more comprehensive treatment or therapy. Additionally, if you are severely hurt and unable to work, you may suffer additional financial loss as a result of the accident.

At Ackerman & Falcon, our team will tirelessly work on your behalf and collect all available evidence to demonstrate how your injury impacts every aspect of your life.

You Are Not Alone

The aftermath of an accident can be overwhelming. You are recovering from an injury and may be worried about the cost of medical treatment, particularly if you cannot work. When you need to heal, it can be difficult to focus on your future. We can help you document your injuries, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes and gather other evidence to advance and strengthen your case.

With Ackerman & Falcon on your side, we will fight in your corner to hold the individuals responsible for your injury accountable. Call us at 703-288-1400 or contact us online.