Should You Sign a Medical Record Release Authorization After an Accident?
After being injured in an accident it is virtually certain that you will find yourself interacting with an insurance adjuster – either one from your own insurance company or one...
What is a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
Traumatic brain injuries, often abbreviated to TBI, are grouped into mild, moderate, and severe categories, with each describing the severity of the injury. Obviously, mild TBIs are the least severe,...
Can I get a Concussion in a Car Accident?
Although concussions are often associated with high contact sports like football and ice hockey, they’re quite common in car accidents. In fact, car accidents are the third leading cause of...
Injured in an Accident? Don’t Make These Common Mistakes
Injured in an Accident? Don’t Make These Mistakes When you are injured in an accident, you may not know what to do next. At Whalen Hersh, we have helped hundreds...
Can a Pre-Existing Injury Affect My Personal Injury Claim?
Reports from the WHO indicate that about 1.3 million people die due to road accidents annually. Between 20 and 50 million more individuals sustain non-fatal injuries, with some incurring permanent...
What Is Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) In My Personal Injury Case?
If you are injured, whether it is from a defective product, a trucking accident, a car accident, or a slip and fall accident, you will spend a significant amount of...
Why Should You Have MedPay?
What is MedPay? MedPay insurance is optional coverage that can take care of medical bills after an auto accident. Medpay is referred to as a first-party-benefit because it is under...
Trucking Accidents, Personal Injury Claims, and Did They Ever Do a Background Check?
Due to their large weight and size, an accident involving a commercial truck tends to produce more serious injuries or even death where a motor vehicle crash occurs on the...
What is the Difference Between X-Rays and MRIs in Diagnosing my Injuries Following a Car Accident?
After a car accident, the first thing you should do is seek immediate medical attention. You may have injuries you are not aware of and delaying medical treatment could be...
What Exactly is Conservative Care Following a Motor Vehicle Accident?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, your doctor may recommend conservative care for your injuries. Many people do not understand the definition of conservative care after a motor...