Personal injury lawsuits can be very complex and often take years to complete. This means that there are a lot of details that you need to think about. Just making a small mistake can really mess up your claim or make your injuries worse later down the line. If you have been injured and are about to start working with an attorney, these are the three biggest mistakes you can make:

Lying.

There is no point in lying to your attorney. Even if you are embarrassed about a detail, not being upfront can really hurt your argument later on. For example, if you tell your attorney that you had your turn signal on when a car hit you, and they start arguing it in court, you will look deceitful when the defendant has evidence that proves otherwise. While you may think that there is no way to prove your lying, you should never take that risk. Be upfront with your attorney to ensure that they are properly arguing your case at all times.

Not going to doctor appointments.

Sometimes, you can't help but miss a doctor's appointment. Either because you are running late or you are just too tired to do another round of physical therapy exercises. It's human nature. Unfortunately, a missed doctor's appointment can be used as evidence that you aren't taking your treatment as seriously as you could be. If you can't make it to an appointment, reschedule it as soon as possible. If you don't agree with the treatment options being presented to you, discuss them with your attorney and find an alternative. They may be able to direct you to a doctor that can give a second opinion or make a suggestion that helps.

Not documenting your hardships.

Being in a personal injury lawsuit is never easy. Injuries affect people in many different ways financially, physically and emotionally. Because of this, you need to accurately record all of your hardships. Not only does this mean saving receipts, but it means really thinking about how your life has changed since your accident. Try keeping a journal so that you don't forget important details, such as a missed day of work or a therapy consultation.

There are many things you should and should not do during a personal injury lawsuit. If you are unsure how your actions will affect your case, discuss them with an attorney like True Guarnieri Ayer LLP in advance. Always keep your attorney in the loop!