There is nothing scarier to an expecting mother than to get injured while in the second or third trimester of a pregnancy. A forty-week process that is already fraught with so much anxiety and risk becomes even riskier. This is especially true if you suffered your injuries in a car accident

Unfortunately, experiencing a car accident while pregnant is a real possibility. Even though you are pregnant, life goes on which means driving to work, home, and a million other places. Because you can’t control the decisions of other drivers you can’t always stop an accident from happening. There are, however, several things you need to know about going through a car accident while pregnant.

The Risks to Mother and Child

If you have been in a car accident while pregnant, the very first thing you should do is seek medical attention. If you don’t feel injured and are not experiencing any pain, you still need to consult your doctor and let him or her examine the baby to make sure everything is alright. 

It is not uncommon for pregnant women who have been in an accident to experience:

  • Vaginal bleeding
  • Stomach or pelvic pain
  • Migraines
  • Dizziness

The impact of the accident could also initiate labor, even if you are still weeks out from your due date. If this happens, premature birth is a real possibility. 

Even if you don’t begin labor as the result of a car crash, your doctor will most likely classify the remainder of your pregnancy as high-risk. High-risk pregnancies require greater care in the form of more appointments and are also more likely to require intervention during labor. 

Potential Treatments

In addition to more frequent meetings with your doctor, there are several other ways your high-risk pregnancy might be treated.

 A few possibilities include:

  • Additional testing and ultrasounds to make sure the baby is unharmed and in the right position
  • Bed rest
  • Specialized treatment plans

While this might sound frightening, the good news is that even after a car accident there is still a strong likelihood that you and your baby will recover. The only difference is that in this case, your treatments and recovery might cost more than they otherwise would have.

If you have been in an accident while pregnant, after seeking medical attention, the next thing you need to do is contact a qualified personal injury lawyer. Because the stakes are higher and the issues more complex, you will require the help of a lawyer to make sure you are fairly represented.

Your lawyer will make sure fault is assigned properly. This is a crucial step in the process as fault can determine whether or not you are eligible for compensation and how much. If the other driver was at-fault it is their responsibility to pay for the extra medical costs you have incurred and cover your wages for the work you have missed. 

Unfortunately, you will most likely be dealing with the other driver’s insurance company who will do everything in their power to deny fault and limit the amount of money they have to pay out. In some cases, insurance companies might argue that your pregnancy was a pre-existing condition and they should not have to pay for your medical bills

Only with the assistance of a skilled car accident lawyer can you fight back against such unconscionable legal maneuvering and get the money you deserve. This might include writing a settlement demand letter where you outline your case and explain why the insurance company owes as much as it does. 

It might also include a lawsuit where you and your lawyer bring your case before a judge and jury. Believe us, the last thing an insurance company wants is to go up against a pregnant mother-to-be before a jury. Even the threat of a trial can make the insurance company more responsive and help you get justice.

Contact the Atlanta Car Accident Lawyers at Hasner Law PC For Help

For more information, please contact the Atlanta car accident law firm of Hasner Law P.C. at our nearest location to schedule a free consultation today.

We serve in Fulton County, Chatham County, and its surrounding areas:

Hasner Law PC – Atlanta Law Office
2839 Paces Ferry Rd SE #1050
Atlanta, GA 30339
(678) 888-4878

Hasner Law PC – Savannah Law Office
221 W York St
Savannah, GA 31401
(912) 234-2334

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Managing Partner at Hasner Law PC
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Stephen Hasner is the founder and managing partner of Hasner Law PC. Since being licensed in Florida in 1997 and in Georgia in 1999, Stephen has worked tirelessly to help Georgia residents navigate the legal process following a serious injury. This includes injuries sustained at work, in motor vehicle accidents, and in cases of personal injury. The team at Hasner Law is dedicated to securing compensation for their clients who have been injured through no fault of their own.