Records That Add Context to Recovery
From our guide Car Accident Pain and Suffering Calculator: What the Numbers Miss
| Record | Context it may provide | Where to look | Preservation step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appointment rescheduling messages | Why treatment timing changed | Provider portal, email, or text history | Save the full dated exchange |
| Temporary-duty communications | Changes in work activities | Supervisor or human resources correspondence | Keep the request and response together |
| Messages arranging household help | Tasks you needed assistance completing | Texts, emails, or calendar invitations | Preserve dates and identify the task |
| Earlier activity records | Your routine before the collision | Personal calendar or existing activity logs | Retain originals without editing |
| Recovery photographs | Visible changes over time | Original phone or camera files | Keep original files and date information |
| Provider-issued restrictions | Recommended limits on activities | Medical portal or provider office | Request a complete, legible copy |
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