Weslaco Personal Injury Attorney J. Gonzalez
by Benjamin Treviño | February 16th, 2026 | Blog, Personal Injury
Should I get a medical exam after a car crash even if I wasn’t hurt?
Yes, everyone involved should get a medical examination after a minor accident, ideally within 24 hours.
Adrenaline can mask injuries like whiplash, concussions, or internal bleeding, which may only show symptoms later. A prompt, documented checkup is crucial for diagnosing hidden damage and securing necessary insurance claims or legal protection.
Reasons to Seek Medical Attention Immediately
Whiplash, concussions, and internal bleeding often do not show immediate symptoms, yet they can worsen significantly over days. Adrenaline and shock can hide pain, with symptoms appearing later.
A timely medical record can show that a person’s injuries were caused by the accident, preventing insurance companies from claiming they resulted from a different event.
A gap in treatment, such as waiting too long to see a doctor, can make it difficult for the victim to get fair compensation for, or even prove, the injuries resulted from the crash.
The J. Gonzalez Law Firm recommends that car crash victims be vigilant for headaches, dizziness, neck pain, or stiffness. Symptoms like severe bleeding, vision loss, or vomiting, require immediate care.
Your legal rights can be confusing. We urge you to contact the J. Gonzalez Law Firm to ensure your rights are protected. Your initial consultation is free so it won’t cost you anything to seek advice. Our clients pay nothing until we obtain a settlement on their behalf.
Contact us immediately via this website or by calling 1-800-CAR-CRASH. We’re ready to hear from you.
Weslaco crash claims one life
By: Benjamin Treviño
WESLAGO – Police here are investigating a two-vehicle crash that left one man dead.
The collision occurred just after midnight February 13 at the intersection of Border Avenue and Business 83.
According to Weslaco Police spokesperson Heriberto Caraveo, a police officer witnessed the crash while conducting a traffic stop near the site of the crash.
The unnamed victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The second driver was taken to a local hospital for medical treatment, but was not seriously injured, according to Caraveo.
No other details were immediately available.
Source: https://www.krgv.com/news/weslaco-police-department-investigates-fatal-two-vehicle-crash?