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Artificial intelligence has changed the way people search for information. Today, many accident victims ask ChatGPT questions before they ever call an attorney. Some ask: “Do I have a personal injury case?” “How much is my accident worth?” “Was I partially at fault?” “Should I accept the insurance company’s settlement offer?” “Should I report the accident to my insurance company even if the accident wasn’t my fault?” Understandable questions?  You bet.  Should you have a chat with an AI model about your potential personal injury case?  No. Don’t share the facts of your personal injury case with an AI chatbot before speaking with an attorney. Using AI to learn about the legal process is perfectly reasonable. Sharing confidential details about your accident is something entirely different and it can hurt your case. Can ChatGPT Tell Me If I Have a Personal Injury Case? Not accurately. Every personal...

My mTBI Wasn’t Diagnosed Right After My Car Accident. Can I Still Make A Claim? After a car accident, one of the first concerns many people have is whether they suffered a concussion or other traumatic brain injury. It’s common for an emergency room physician to order a CT scan, and when the results come back normal, many patients assume they are in the clear. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. At The Thomson Law Firm, we’ve represented many people whose lives were disrupted by symptoms that persisted long after they left the emergency room. Understanding what a CT scan can—and cannot—show is an important part of protecting both your health and your legal claim. What Does a CT Scan Look For? A CT (computed tomography) scan is an excellent tool for identifying serious, life-threatening injuries. It can quickly detect: Skull fractures Bleeding in or around the brain Significant swelling Large structural injuries These conditions require immediat...