Atlanta Independent Medical Exams Are Anything But "Independent"
A recent New York Times article chronicles how doctors' reports regarding injuries are not always free of bias. The examinations, often referred to by lawyers as "Independent Medical Examinations" are anything but "independent." The clear inference one takes from the article is: the doctor's report is often slanted to further the interests of the entity paying for the report. Many such reports are requested by insurance companies in order to evaluate a claim. However, as the doctor who was heavily quoted in the article states, "If you did a pure report, you'd be out on your ears and the insurers wouldn't pay for it. You have to give them what they want, or you're in Florida. That's the game, baby."
Unfortunately, for many injured people in Atlanta and other parts of Georgia, this is no game. It is a sad reality that must be protected against at all costs. If you are seriously injured in a automobile accident, trucking accident, or on the job, if your injuries are serious enough to file a lawsuit, the insurance companies will probably ask for an "IME."
At Robert J. Fleming, P.C, we take precautions to ensure that our personal injury clients' examinations are fair and accurate. This is a normal process when dealing with any claim that is based on a serious injury. There are many fine doctors out there who will provide a truly independent examination for you. You should not be examined by an insurance companies' "hired gun."
To read the complete article go to http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/01/nyregion/01comp.html?_r=1
