How is Covid-19 Impacting Personal Injury Claims?

Covid-19 has impacted all areas of all of our lives, also impacting personal injury claims. So, how is the pandemic affecting your personal injury case and claim? 

With the pandemic forcing businesses to close, daily life has been disrupted and many things have slowed down. Even though some places are starting to open up, the damage has already been done. But you still need to stay diligent and carry on to fight your personal injury claim. 

Receiving Medical Attention

Going to a hospital or a doctor’s office can be scary during the current pandemic. But if you have been involved in an accident, you must be seen by a medical professional right away. You also must continue to receive any treatment recommended by your doctor.

Documenting your injuries is going to make or break your case and lack of doing so can actually slow down your case. 

Insurance Companies

Insurance companies have been working, as they have always been deemed essential. Luckily, this leads to certain cases not being impacted.

For example, you can file a personal injury claim, discuss all of the details, negotiate, and agree to a settlement – all virtually. There should be no delays in cases like these. 

The Courts Involvement

If courts need to be involved in your personal injury claim, this is where the holdup is going to be. Due to social distancing, courts are delayed in their cases and limiting the amount of cases each day. And of course, emergency cases are going to take precedence. 

This will cause a slowdown in the timeline of your claim, making some cases take months to even get a response from the courts. We recommend staying in constant communication with your personal injury lawyer to ensure you are always in the know. 

Working with a Personal Injury Lawyer

Fortunately, most firms like Edelstein Law have remained open during the pandemic. With the ability to virtually assist clients with their personal injury claim and answering any questions all through phone and email.  

If you need a personal injury lawyer or car accident lawyer in Philadelphia, we advise that you contact one as quickly as possible after an accident so you can get your personal injury claim moving. 

Edelstein Law specializes in personal injury cases and we will focus on your case while aggressively fighting for you, even during the pandemic. Edelstein Law is conveniently located in Philadelphia and has in-depth knowledge and experience to fight for you from the beginning of your case to the end, never settling for less than you deserve. While you are recovering from your accident and injuries, the extra stress of receiving the damages you are owed can be a burden. With the help of Edelstein Law, our legal team will take care of your entire case so that you can direct all of your energy on healing!