In this episode of Secrets of Personal Injury Law, Senior Attorney Jason Long discusses the risks of delaying medical care after a car accident. Jason explains how hidden injuries like soft tissue damage, whiplash, and even traumatic brain injuries may not show immediate symptoms, why seeking prompt medical care is critical for both your health and your legal case, and how insurance companies use delays in treatment to minimize claims.

00:00 – Introduction to hidden injuries after a crash

00:42 – What hidden injuries are and why they matter in personal injury cases

02:10 – Common symptoms people overlook after an accident

04:05 – The importance of immediate medical care and what “immediate” really means

06:32 – How delays in treatment affect the strength of your injury claim

09:18 – Why insurance companies use delayed care against injury victims

12:20 – Explaining delayed-onset injuries to insurance companies

15:04 – Medical records and documentation that strengthen your claim

18:27 – Advice for clients who waited before seeking medical care

Secrets of Personal Injury Law features Jason Long, Senior Attorney at Colin B. Bober & Associates, sharing expert insights on navigating personal injury claims. From hidden injuries and medical treatment to dealing with insurance companies, the show educates accident victims on protecting their health and their legal rights.