Many of the effects of a motorcycle accident actually appear in the days and even weeks after an accident. After any broken bones have been taken care of and obvious cuts and bruises attended to is often when the real trouble starts. Before you speak with anyone after your accident, contact the Oregon motorcycle accident lawyers of Peterson Law Offices.
Soft-tissue injuries are some of the most difficult to diagnose, particularly for an emergency-room physician. His or her job is to make sure that you're health is stable and that your obvious injuries are taken care of. They will probably give you plenty of pain medication, which is great for the pain, but can also help to mask the extent of your injuries. Be aware that pain medication works for immediate pain, but ongoing use is not wise. Scar tissue can form, which can give you chronic pain or loss of range of motion.
If you're experiencing muscle spasms or stiffness, headaches, neck pain, shoulder or back pain, numbness or tingling, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, memory loss, difficulty in sleeping, or irritability, these are signs of internal injuries that must be addressed. It's vital that these injuries are assessed before you talk to any insurance company. Time is of the essence after an injury, and the order in which you address each matter is key.
First, attend to your initial injuries. Next, call
the Oregon motorcycle accident lawyers at Peterson Law Offices at 503-280-0888. We will help take you step by step from there so that you receive every bit of compensation you deserve for your full injuries.
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