{"id":2245,"date":"2023-06-16T16:20:16","date_gmt":"2023-06-16T16:20:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/?post_type=faqs&#038;p=2245"},"modified":"2025-05-13T21:13:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T21:13:50","slug":"i-was-in-a-car-accident-but-i-didnt-feel-pain-at-the-time-can-i-still-file-a-claim","status":"publish","type":"faqs","link":"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/faqs\/i-was-in-a-car-accident-but-i-didnt-feel-pain-at-the-time-can-i-still-file-a-claim\/","title":{"rendered":"I was in a car accident but I didn&#8217;t feel pain at the time. Can I still file a claim?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"288\">Yes, you can still file a car accident claim even if you didn\u2019t feel pain at the time. Many serious injuries\u2014like whiplash, concussions, or internal damage\u2014don\u2019t show symptoms right away. Waiting too long to report the accident or see a doctor could hurt your case or delay your benefits.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"582\">At Donahoe Kearney, we\u2019ve helped people across the DMV who thought they were \u201cfine\u201d at first\u2014until the pain caught up with them days or even weeks later. If you were seriously hurt in a car accident, you may still be able to file a claim\u2014even if some time has passed. But don\u2019t wait too long.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"926\">In most car accident cases in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, you have up to two years to file a personal injury claim. That\u2019s called the statute of limitations. But there\u2019s another issue that could hurt your case: a gap in medical treatment. Insurance companies look for any excuse to say your injury wasn\u2019t caused by the accident.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"829\">What to Do After a Car Accident<\/h2>\n<h4 data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"864\">Get Medical Care Right Away<\/h4>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1059\">After an accident, adrenaline can mask your pain. You might feel fine at first\u2014but that doesn\u2019t mean you are. It&#8217;s common for symptoms like back pain, neck stiffness, headaches, or even internal injuries to show up days\u2014or even weeks\u2014after a crash.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1250\">This delay in symptoms can lead people to skip the ER or wait too long to get checked out, which creates a gap in treatment that insurance companies will use to deny or minimize your claim.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1438\">Go to the emergency room or your doctor right away, even if you don\u2019t think it\u2019s serious. If pain starts later, don\u2019t ignore it. Keep getting treatment and make sure it\u2019s all documented.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1584\">Your medical records are some of the most important evidence in a car accident case. They help show that your injuries were caused by the crash.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1302\">Always Get Insurance Info<\/h4>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1513\">Even if the accident seems minor or you feel okay, always exchange insurance information. This is especially important if you\u2019re a pedestrian\u2014there might not be car damage, but your body could still be injured.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1687\">Later, when you go to the doctor, they may ask if your injury is accident-related. Having everything on file helps you protect your rights and prepare for a possible claim.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1687\"><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/F9TY44339jY?si=p0BWKQgmdaxKLlUp\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1713\">When to Call a Lawyer<\/h4>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1820\">Some car accident claims are simple. Others? Not so much. Here\u2019s when it makes sense to talk to a lawyer:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"2082\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1871\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1871\">You\u2019re seeing multiple doctors or specialists<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1923\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1923\">There are different insurance policies involved<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1971\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1971\">You\u2019ve missed a lot of work and lost income<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2025\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2025\">You\u2019re dealing with a serious or permanent injury<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2082\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2082\">The insurance company is offering less than you need<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"\" data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2136\">Helping Injured People in DC and Across the DMV for Over 30 Years<\/h2>\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-22\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[70rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(12)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"84d85141-2a37-429a-856d-6b370943c9be\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"377\">At Donahoe Kearney, we help people who are seriously hurt in car accidents get the medical care and compensation they need to move forward. We handle the legal process so you can focus on healing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"377\">Call us at\u00a0<span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"tel:202-393-3320\"><strong>202-393-3320<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\u00a0or you can click here to\u00a0<span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/clientexperience\/15min?month=2025-04\"><strong>schedule a free, confidential consultation.<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<h4 data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2680\">We have offices in Washington, D.C. and Alexandria, and we\u2019re here to guide you every step of the way.<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":2247,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","faqs_category":[19],"class_list":["post-2245","faqs","type-faqs","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","faqs_category-motor-vehicle-accidents"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t<!-- All in One SEO Pro 5.0.4 - aioseo.com -->\n\t<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It&#039;s possible to still file an insurance claim after the car accident, but you may find yourself without a case if you didn&#039;t seek medical treatment right away.\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"max-image-preview:large\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Grace\"\/>\n\t<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/faqs\/i-was-in-a-car-accident-but-i-didnt-feel-pain-at-the-time-can-i-still-file-a-claim\/\" \/>\n\t\t<meta name=\"generator\" content=\"All in One SEO Pro (AIOSEO) 5.0.4\" \/>\n\t\t<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n\t\t<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Donahoe Kearney, PLLC - Personal Injury Law Firm\" \/>\n\t\t<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n\t\t<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"I was in a car accident but I didn\u2019t feel pain at the time. 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