Dan Newlin:

Things to Know about Auto Accidents and Hospital Stays

No one wants to be involved in an auto accident or go to the hospital. Several studies have been conducted over the years to understand and promote facts and behaviors so individuals have the tips and techniques to protect themselves during an uncomfortable time. Family members and individuals can often collaborate with the hospital staff to make the stay at the hospital less stressful. Many watchdog organizations suggest researching both your physician and the hospital where they are affiliated. Check out the hospitals accreditation, your physician’s accreditation and malpractice history. What are the values and the mission statement of the hospital and its staff? Does the hospital require adherence to and track the safety standards set by the regulatory commissions?

An individual can take preventative measures so that the hospital staff knows of past surgeries, allergies and medications you are currently taking, IF individuals take a moment to list these important facts on paper BEFORE arriving at the admittance desk at the hospital. It makes a good practice to make sure loved one or a family member also has a copy of your history to insure the hospital staff it aware of any pre-existing conditions or the medications you are taking.

Through all the years of practice, Dan Newlin has realized that car accidents come in all different ways, impacts, and sizes. Unfortunately, some do have terrible outcomes. A few ways to help you in case of a car accident, would be to carry a few items in your glove compartment. You should include an emergency information card listing pre-existing health conditions, a list of medications being taken and also the names and phone numbers of your physicians. Accidents can strike at a moment’s notice. These situations can leave families with reduced income due to lost time at work. Accidents can burden the families with financial responsibility to the other party or they can involve many, many years of medical care and rehabilitation.

In either a planned hospital stay or an emergency trip to the hospital, remain calm if possible. It is not only your right but also a necessity to be informed and involved with the treatment you will be receiving. Many hospitals have a patient liaison that will help you through the experience. If you have questions, then ask for the pertinent information. If you do not understand, ask for an explanation of the diagnosis to be re-explained to you and to your family. Know that you have the right to a second opinion.

If during your time at the hospital or during the course of recovering from an accident, you feel that there has been some medical mishap or medical mistake; you may need the help of someone in the legal profession. The Law Offices of Dan Newlin is staffed with professionals who are highly educated and have many years of hands on experience. Attorney Dan Newlin has helped many injured people recoup lost income and recover from financial hardship due to medical situations that were beyond their control. It is Dan Newlin’s belief that each person engaging his firm is entitled to the most rigorous representation his law firm can provide. Your case may be the type which can be handled by Attorney Dan Newlin on a contingency basis. This means that there are no fees or costs unless a recovery is made for you. Call Dan Newlin today to ensure you receive the relief to which you are entitled.