Why is it important to call an accident attorney if you have suffer an injury in a car crash?
A car accident attorney can help you decide what to do after an accident. Simply calling does not mean that you will need an attorney for a trial. You may be able to get helpful answers through a brief consultation. Even if you think you can handle the details alone be aware that you will have to deal with insurance companies. If you are uninformed when you begin dealing with the insurance companies you will certainly be at a disadvantage. Your settlement may not be completely fair if you don’t know what to ask for. Sometimes, an injury from a car accident will be a minor one. Even when you don’t need ongoing care, you can still get help in agreeing on a settlement. If you consult an attorney, you have a better chance of effectively getting what you need without wasting time.
If you have ever been in a car wreck then you probably remembered how scary it was for a long time afterwards. Car wrecks cause people to panic. If you have ever been in a serious auto accident, the sights, sounds, and movement seem unforgettable at the time. Later, if you are like most people, you might remember what happened immediately afterwards but not the details that led up to the wreck. Writing these things down will be important to you later so try to take notes of everything you remember right away. Here are some other things you should take note of immediately after you call the police following an accident:
1) Collect insurance information from other drivers involved
2) Collect phone numbers from all those involved in the accident including witnesses
3) Takes notes of the vehicles involved including make and model if possible
4) If you have a camera or a phone with a camera take pictures of the scene of the accident including anything that may have impaired either parties’ line of vision.
5) Include the vehicles involved and any injuries you or others in your vehicle may have suffered
6) If you suspect the other driver of drinking and driving take note of their behavior
If you remember these things, you will be able to prevent mistakes that keep you from getting on with your life.
One more point to remember: Don’t get frustrated because you have medical bills as a result of serious injury.