Auto Injury Treatment

Serving the Greater Austin community with locations in SW Austin, Bee Cave, Buda, and Dripping Springs

How auto insurance covers care in our office

If it was a low-speed collision do I still need to get checked out?

Yes - Research has shown that you can be injured in a car accident at speeds less than 5 mph and with little to no visible damage to your car. The problem with these kinds of injuries is that they don’t always show up immediately but often can appear as headaches or neck pain several weeks after the accident. The worst part is that these kinds of injuries often lead to early degenerative changes like arthritis down the road.

What if the accident was my fault?

You are still likely to experience injuries and should get checked out. Luckily most auto insurance policies include a personal injury protection clause which allows you to get care using your own auto insurance even if it was your fault.

Do I need an attorney?

Sometimes – Every situation is different but depending on the severity of your injuries and the total cost of the care that you are likely to need, sometimes it is necessary to get an attorney involved to make sure that the responsible party takes care of their obligation to you. A good attorney can also take a lot of the stress of dealing with the insurance companies off your shoulders so that you can focus on getting well.

Does TexStar accept Letters of Protection (LOPs)?

Yes – A letter of protection is a promise from you and your attorney that requests us do delay the collection of your portion of your bill until you and your attorney are able to reach a settlement with the responsible persons insurance company. (Disclaimer: There are a few attorneys in the area that we will not accept an LOP, so call us to make sure we can work with the attorney you choose.)

What are the most common injuries caused by auto accidents?

• Whiplash - Whiplash is the most common injury we see from motor vehicle accidents and occurs when a person's spine, or neck, was unexpectedly and suddenly thrown quickly in one direction and then immediately after pulled in the opposite direction. This unexpected and unnatural motion can cause major injury to your neck support structures including the muscles, ligaments, discs, and bones. Symptoms can start as neck soreness or stiffness and can be accompanied by headache, fatigue, jaw pain, arm pain, and more. In more serious injuries, it can even lead to depression and sleep disorders.
• Back Pain - Back pain is another really common complaint after an auto accident. This is often caused from the way that your body is thrown around in the care while your waste is restrained by the seatbelt. We also see a lot of shoulder chest and rib injuries caused by seatbelts but these injuries are all way better than the alternative, so ABSOLUTELY WEAR YOUR SEATBELT.

If you have any more questions please feel free to give our amazing team a call and let them help you.