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What To Do If You Are In A Auto Accident And Injured Or Think You Are Injured

 

 

Having a car accident can be a nerve wracking experience and keeping a level head to remember everything you need to do immediately can be rough; however, you have to make sure you have proof of your accident including paperwork, and photographs. Gathering all this evidence can increase your settlement or award if you have to go to trial due to personal injury or reduce your liability if you are at fault in the accident. Here is how to handle an accident and what to do if you have suffered a personal injury in an auto accident.

 

Accident scene

Check the well being of yourself, your passengers and the other vehicle, if anyone is injured or thinks they have been injured call the paramedics right away. Next, call the police even if the other driver refuses. A police report cannot always be used in a trial if you have to go to court; however, it can swing a settlement case your way if it shows a clear-cut record of the accident and who was cited for being at fault. Next, gather identifying information from the other driver, including their name, address, phone number, license plate number and insurance information. Then take photographs of any vehicles involved with the accident and of any injuries to any drivers or passengers.

Additionally, take a few minutes to acquire the names, addresses and phone numbers of anyone that witnessed the accident. If you are too injured to gather documents and photos for your records, see if one of your passengers can help or the police. Then contact your insurance company.

 

After the accident if you were injured or think you are injured

If you were injured in the auto accident, keep detailed records of your injuries, including all medical care and expenses. Have receipts and records of all hospital or doctor visits, any prescriptions, co-pays or deductibles.  This includes lab work, x-rays, MRIs, or physical therapy visits. Continue to have the doctor photograph your injuries keeping photo records of your treatment and recovery, to go with the paper documents.

If your injuries cause you to miss work or school, keep detailed records of how much time you missed, and if you lost any wages. A written letter from your employer confirming the records will work to your advantage.

Do not forget to keep records of any car repairs, car rentals, childcare and any other service that you had to pay out of pocket for concerning your injury.

Furthermore, if you were not at fault for the accident and was injured, you may want to contact an attorney to help you deal with the other driver and their insurance company so that you can get the settlement you deserve to cover all your expenses. Please contact us or visit our website for additional FREE information and services. www.critzos.com

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