Assessing Pre-Existing Conditions after Louisiana Crashes

Injuries sustained in Louisiana car crashes should be taken seriously, even if you feel fine, and especially if you have a pre-existing injury. If you are injured in a motor vehicle injury, you should discuss your legal options with a Louisiana attorney from The Young Firm, which serves clients throughout the state. 

Louisiana Crashes: Medical Treatment for a Motor Vehicle Injury

If you plan to pursue an auto insurance claim settlement, you have to prove that you suffered new injuries or aggravated an old injury because of someone else's negligence. To prove your injuries, your Louisiana attorney may recommend that you undergo any of the following diagnostic tests, which can be compared to old tests that you may have underwent in the past: 

• MRI - this will screen for injured neck or back discs, tendon or ligament damage in joints, other soft tissue damage, and closed head injuries.
• X-ray - this is helpful for diagnosing broken bones, but not soft tissue damage.
• EMG/NCS - this nerve conduction study is usually performed on your arms and legs to diagnose nerve injuries 

When your current MRI, for example, is compared with a past MRI, the full extent of your injuries can be realized, increasing your chances of a fair auto insurance claim settlement. Consequently, having a pre-existing condition can lead to a solid evidence-based personal injury claim.

Get Legal Help Now - Contact a Louisiana Attorney 

As the victim of a motor vehicle injury, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. Personal injury attorneys Timothy J. Young, Robert J. Young Jr. and Jason C. MacFetters understand your concerns and anxieties. Before you hire an attorney, order this free injury guide to learn about your rights in Louisiana. The Young Firm is located in New Orleans and serves clients throughout Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, Shreveport and beyond. Contact us today at 504-680-4100 or 1-866-660-7220.