Mistakes made while driving by one or more parties can result in serious accidents; however, mistakes occurring after an accident can be equally important to the recovery process. It can be hard to know exactly what steps to take after an accident to give your claim the best chance at success; however, avoiding certain big mistakes is a good place to start. Doing so can increase your chances of success and help simplify what might otherwise be a...
After a car accident, it’s common for law enforcement to arrive at the scene and begin an investigation of the scene before writing up their report; however, it is not uncommon for an officer to receive just one side of the story, which might prevent a skewed version of how the accident occurred.
However, it’s important to remember that while a police report may affect your eligibility for an insurance claim, these reports are not typically...
Car accidents are stressful and frightening even before the expenses begin. Not only can the physical damages of a car accident last for years or even a lifetime after the fact, but the financial damages that go along with those injuries can be equally long-lasting. This is why it’s important to explore every option for recovery following an accident.
In addition to auto and health insurance, if another party’s negligence played a role in the...
Not every car accident requires the help of an attorney; this might sound counter intuitive, but in accident cases where the damages were relatively minor and/or completely covered by one or both insurance companies, a driver can often handle the case on their own. However, when the damages sustained in a car accident exceed what insurance will cover (i.e. severe injuries and property damage) and/or insurance providers seem to be reducing or...
After a car accident, it’s important to exercise caution about who you talk to and what you say. Unfortunately, things said in the heat of the moment can cause problems for you later both with insurance providers and if you choose to file a civil personal injury claim. This is why the list of people you should talk to without counsel after a car accident is relatively short. After calling the police to ensure that emergency help is on the way,...
Car accidents can be frightening and stressful experiences, regardless of the severity. However, in most cases it’s a good idea to see a doctor as soon as possible after being directly involved in any kind of collision. There are several reasons for this, but the primary one is to prioritize your health. Some injuries may not be felt until days or even weeks after the injury, but it’s important to begin receiving treatment sooner rather than...
Figuring out what to do after a car accident can be almost as stressful as the accident itself. It’s important to refrain from sharing any information including medical records with anyone other than an attorney. While an insurance adjuster may claim that they need access to your medical records to verify the injury they are supposed to compensate, unless the medical release is carefully worded, this could give them access to your entire...
Immediately after a car accident, it’s tempting to discuss the situation with the other driver or drivers involved. However, this is not recommended. Even if you are certain that you were not even partially at fault and have nothing to hide, anything you say at the scene could be used against you to reduce or deny your claim, or even to hurt your case in court.
At the scene of a car accident, it’s important to err on the side of caution and...