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Pain that predates a vehicle crash does not cancel your claim. Framing your story around how a pre-existing condition was aggravated can move the conversation from blame to measurable proof. Focus on the “before and after.” Medical charts, imaging, and work records reveal the differences between life last month and now.
At Bryan Garrett, we will collect the right proof without guessing about medical details. Our team is standing by to protect the rights of injury victims and ensure they are treated fairly when a pre-existing condition is worsened by a car accident.
Showing Proof the Crash Aggravated Your Symptoms
Insurance adjusters distinguish between old symptoms and new harm. The law allows recovery for aggravation of those systems, so the goal is to document how the aggravation occurred: increased pain levels, new limitations, added treatment, and time you miss from work. A skilled attorney will frame those differences with clear evidence rather than broad claims.
Treating providers become key witnesses. A short note comparing your function before the wreck to today can be more persuasive than pages of billing codes. Strategic questions from a lawyer will prompt doctors to address causation, permanence, and future care in plain language.
Numbers help. If you jogged three miles pain-free before the crash and now struggle with one block, that metric speaks louder than adjectives. A focused attorney will encourage objective tracking through physical therapy test results, range-of-motion charts, and consistent pain scales across visits.
Honesty About Prior Injuries Helps, Not Hurts
Adjusters routinely review past records, so disclosing prior issues upfront builds credibility. With context, a lawyer will demonstrate how the collision transformed a controlled problem into a daily barrier, rather than letting the insurer portray everything as “old.”
Precision matters. Say where the pain moved, how it changed in intensity, and which tasks became impossible. Clear details make it easier for an attorney to align your account with imaging, therapy notes, and employer documentation, so the file reads as a cohesive story.
Expect scrutiny, such as an independent medical exam. A steady lawyer will preview the process, gather supportive treating notes, and challenge conclusions that ignore your documented “before and after.”
How Our Team Builds Aggravation Proof
Bryan Garrett has represented Oklahomans in injury and insurance disputes for more than a decade, with roots in Oklahoma City and a hands-on approach to each case. We emphasize straightforward communication and individualized case work.
Bryan leads the legal work, and a team of friendly, knowledgeable assistants supports the day-to-day needs that move a claim forward. Within that structure, our team will coordinate records, timeline charts, and doctor statements that quantify what the wreck changed for you.
Clients also value access. We invite calls or texts and offer a complimentary in-person consultation, allowing you to explore options without pressure. In that meeting, an attorney will outline a plan to secure records, interview providers, and present your “before and after” with clarity.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation if an Insurer is Trying to Deny a Claim Due to a Pre-Existing Condition
Questions about old injuries should not derail fair compensation. Bryan will review your history, map the aggravation, and pursue coverage for medical care, wage loss, and future needs. A responsive Oklahoma car accident lawyer will manage the insurer’s attempts to minimize your changes and will keep you informed at each step.
Your story is more than a file number. We’re ready to discuss how pre-existing conditions interact with new harm and what proof will persuade an adjuster – or a jury when needed. Bryan Garrett will develop the evidence, explain timelines, and push for results that reflect the life you had and the life you face now. Call 405-839-8424 or use our online contact form to schedule your free case review.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- What is a pre-existing condition in the context of a car accident claim?
A pre-existing condition refers to any injury, illness, or medical diagnosis you had before your car accident. In a car accident claim, it’s about how the crash aggravated or worsened that prior condition. - How can I prove a car accident aggravated my pre-existing condition?
You can prove aggravation by documenting increased pain, new limitations, additional treatment, and time missed from work after the accident, compared to your condition before the crash. Medical charts, imaging, work records, and consistent pain scales can provide objective evidence. - Will being honest about prior injuries hurt my car accident claim?
No, honesty about prior injuries actually helps build credibility. Insurance adjusters routinely review past records, and a lawyer can use this context to demonstrate how the collision transformed a controlled problem into a daily barrier, rather than letting the insurer portray everything as “old”.
