As the number of car accidents on the roadways continues to increase, it’s important that victims take steps to protect themselves immediately following a car crash. Delay can only hurt your chances of collecting for damages later. The following are some tips for how best to protect yourself in the event of a car accident:
1. Write everything down
For victims of accidents, it is important to gather as much information as possible. Think about writing down the names and addresses of everyone who was involved in the accident, including any witnesses. If the victim is left incapacitated after an accident then someone else needs to think clearly and record the details. Always call the police and have an accident report done. Do not let the at fault driver talk you out of calling the police to have a report done.
After an accident it’s still important to keep records. Making notes of all the doctor appointments, diagnoses, prescriptions and symptoms can help if you end up pursuing a personal injury claim down the road.
2. Take pictures if you can
Pictures really do tell a thousand words, maybe more. This is definitely the case in the personal injury world where juries respond to photographic evidence. With so many people owning phones with great quality cameras, it is easier than ever for people to snap a picture of the situation right after an accident takes place. Victims with proof will find that the defendants are less able to claim things didn’t happen the way you say it did. Even insurance claims can move more smoothly with the benefits of pictures.
3. Keep everything in one place
It can be hard to keep everything organized when it comes to something as complicated as a personal injury case. It’s a good idea to start a file or folder that contains all the information relating to your case. It doesn’t have to be in perfect order; it’s just best that all the information can be found in once place.
4. Prove it
It’s important to remember that a personal injury claim can at times become acrimonious. In such cases the other side will not simply take your word on certain things. It’s not enough to tell them, you have to show them proof. Victims will help their case immensely by keeping receipts, invoices, bank statements or anything they think will help to calculate the total costs associated with their case. Keep everything written down and hold on to as many receipts as possible to ensure that you get back everything you are entitled to.
For claimants who have suffered injuries through accidents that were not their fault, making personal injury claims with the right attorney is crucial. If you or some you know has been injured, you need the help of a Mississippi injury attorney to help protect your rights and recover damages for your injury. Contact The Stroud Law Firm today toll free at 833-536-5656.
Source: “Top Tips When Making Personal Injury Claims [no longer available on source website],” published at Marketwatch.com.
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