After any auto accident it is important to call the police not only to document the accident but also to have a credible witness to the accident scene. The police add a trusted witness to the accident which can be all the difference in an auto case. May well meaning people get in a situation of trying to be the ‘Good Guy’ in an accident and not calling the police. Often this backfires when the other party suddenly claims they were not at fault or their insurance company takes no responsibility for the crash due to lack of evidence.
Step 2: Collect Evidence
If you have already called the police you should have a good source of evidence already. However you should not leave your case up to the officers on scene. Make sure to take pictures of all vehicles involved in the crash (too many is better than too few). Also if there were any eyewitnesses to the accident collect their name and phone number for later testimony. Often those involved in the accident are distressed and distracted and fail to get phone number of eye witnesses before they leave. Evidence you collect could be critical to prosecute an auto injury case.
Step 3: Seek Medical Attention Promptly
This can be a constant battle with the insurance companies. The at fault party’s insurance will be quick to point out if it took the defendant a week to seek treatment. While the defendants insurance will look to complain about cost of treatment or doctor selection. The main thing to remember is to take care of your medical needs. Either the day of or after an accident see your doctor at least for a checkup or to look at any injuries. Keep all paperwork and information from your doctor visits which may be needed in court.
Last but not least, don’t hesitate to call a personal injury lawyer to answer any questions about your case.
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