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An accident’s impact goes far beyond hospital and doctor bills. It can also result in lost earnings, benefits and the ability to live as you once did. The best course of action is to consult with an auto accicent attorney as soon as an accident occurs to better understand your legal rights and what options are available to you. Insurance laws and regulations may have time limits for action; you could lose your rights by waiting. Here are certain things you can do in order to protect yourself and help your case.Do’s
- Do immediately call for medical assistance if someone is injured.
- Do call the police. Police will document the accident and gather important information for legal purposes.
- Do report the accident to your insurance agent as soon as possible.
- Do exchange information with the other parties involved. Ask for the drivers name, address and telephone number, their license plate number; make, model and year of the vehicle; driver’s insurance information; car registration number and driver’s license number.
- Do get the names, addresses, and phone numbers of any witnesses. Remember, passengers involved in the accident are NOT witnesses.
- Do keep a disposable camera in your glove box. Take pictures from all angles of the accident scene, the surrounding area, the product or animal that caused the accident, your injuries, and any property damage.
Don’ts
- Don’t panic. Remain calm and call for assistance.
- Don’t leave the scene of the accident until the police tell you it is okay to do so.
- Don’t move your vehicle after the accident, unless necessary for safety or required by law enforcement officials.
- Don’t discuss the accident with anyone or blame anyone, including yourself, this could be used against you in the future.
- Don’t wait to get legal advice. The longer you wait, the harder it is to prove your case.
- Don’t speak to anybody from the at-fault person’s insurance company before consulting a lawyer. If you give a statement, it may be used against you in the future.
- Don’t sign any papers given to you by an insurance company or agree on a settlement of your case until you get legal advice.
The auto accident attorneys at Michael J. O'Connor & Associates is ready to begin tackling your legal problem today. Email or call our toll free number at 1.800.518.4LAW for a free initial consultation and review of your case.
