When you get hurt, one of the things that has to happen is for a medical provider to determine the severity of your injuries. A proper assessment is essential, especially if you later plan to file a claim against another party.
The medical assessment will say a lot about your condition. It will tell your attorney and insurance agents how badly you were hurt and if you’re going to be able to return to work. It may give some indication of what to expect in the future as well.
One injury that is difficult to assess is a brain injury. The reason a brain injury is difficult to assess is because some people recover from serious injuries to the brain, while others have lasting complications. It’s hard to tell what your situation will look like, and most medical providers will work with you on day-to-day treatment plans.
One thing you can do to help your claim is to have a neuropsychological assessment after the injury. Why opt for this assessment? It can help show where damage has occurred and help you understand how it has impacted the way the brain works. It assists in providing an accurate diagnosis, too, which is beneficial for your personal injury claim. Additionally, having this assessment can help you better understand how your life may be affected by this in the long term.
While this assessment might not be the first on your list of exams, it can be a helpful tool for your personal injury claim and for your personal life moving forward. You may want to talk about the potential of an assessment like this with your medical team and attorney if you’re considering it.