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The Impact of Pre-existing Conditions During a Personal Injury Claim

If you were hurt as a result of another person’s carelessness and have a pre-existing condition, you should contact an experienced League City personal injury lawyer. Your insurance will check up on you after you file your injury claim to see if you have any pre-existing conditions or examine a database to see whether any claims for accident injuries have previously been made

The claims adjuster will try to minimize the value of your claim by claiming that your present injuries are a consequence of the same event that caused your pre-existing condition. If they succeed, your claim may be rejected entirely.

What’s a pre-existing condition?

A pre-existing condition is a medical or physical problem, disability, or illness that existed before your accident. It might have been caused by a vehicle accident, medical malpractice, dog attack, or any other cause. Some of the most common types of pre-existing conditions include:

  • Back injuries
  • Previous surgeries
  • Heart problems
  • Neck or head injuries
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoporosis

It’s crucial to remember that any insurance company is not your friend and will not do you any favors. Insurance providers, on the other hand, are attempting to maximize their profits by minimizing or denying claims as often as possible. If they can blame the injuries you just suffered in a motor vehicle accident on prior medical issues from another condition, they will!

Disclosing your pre-existing condition

Given how a pre-existing condition can impact your case, you might think that not disclosing it when you file your legal claim is a good idea. It is not. In fact, you will sabotage your case by not disclosing your pre-existing condition. Your insurance company will investigate your accident claim thoroughly. If they see an opportunity to discredit or de-value your claim, they will take it.

You can maximize your chances of receiving a favorable settlement by retaining the services of a skilled injury attorney, and by providing medical documentation that can validate pre-existing conditions and prove the accident caused your new injuries.

Don’t Let a Pre-Existing Condition Discourage Your Claim

You should never be discouraged from seeking payment for your injuries because of a prior condition. In many cases, individuals who have received frequent medical care will have an easier time producing observable evidence of their medical history than those who haven’t seen a physician in ten years (which is yet another reason why even people who feel completely healthy should consider getting check-ups).

The money you may be eligible for as a result of aggravating a pre-existing illness will be determined on the severity of that condition and how it impacted your life before the accident. In order to win a personal injury claim, it’s critical to have thorough and complete medical records pertaining to your past illnesses.

When you meet with your attorney to talk about your case and your medical history, keep in mind that you must not conceal anything. Let your attorney handle any information that may appear to complicate your claim rather than keeping it to yourself. If you neglect to disclose or forget about a pre-existing condition, it might harm your reputation, jeopardize your claim, and even result in legal action if the defense discovers it.

Talk With a Knowledgeable League City Accident Lawyer

Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers guide you through the maze to recovery for a personal injury claim in League City, Texas. Whether you are filing your first claim, or have a pre-existing condition, They will provide the advice and present your story to insurance companies to get you the fair compensation you deserve. To discuss your accident case with a skilled personal injury lawyer today, call (281) 645-5000 or contact us online.

 

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