Traumatic car accidents can result in numerous serious injuries such as broken bones, paralysis, concussions, brain injury or internal injuries. Physical therapy or therapy for the emotional trauma may be necessary. In addition to pain and suffering, you may experience financial loss from medical bills and time away from work.
Car Accidents
Involved in an Orange or LA County Car Accident?
If you were involved and injured in an automobile, motorcycle, or bicycle accident you may be entitled to significant compensation. Contact an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible to get started on the case. Time is of the essence when it comes to preserving your losses and making sure proper steps are taken while filing a car accident claim.
Steps To Take After A Car Accident
The first few actions taken after a car accident can positively or negatively affect the settlement entitlement. The case will be stronger if properly documented following the steps below.
- File a police report telling your perspective of what happened
- Get a complete medical exam, even if emergency care isn’t necessary
- Take pictures and/or video of all the physical injuries (cuts, bruises, broken bones, etc) sustained
- Take pictures of any damage to property
- Record any witness information
- Keep accurate records of lost time and wages
- Keep accurate records of any expense you incur as a result of the injury (medical, automobile, etc.)
- Do not directly contact the other party’s insurance company
- Consult with a lawyer before speaking to an insurance claims adjustor
Handling Insurance After An Accident
It’s important to remember that insurance companies have teams of people who work to minimize the company’s financial payouts. Whatever the insurance company offers, if they offer to settle, it will generally be far less than the value of the case. The right auto accident attorney will help you determine how much the inquiry claim is truly worth and work to protect the victim’s interests.
Since 1994, Jeffrey Dawson has represented countless auto accident victims and has the experience to ensure a successful outcome in court and get every penny you deserve.
Injured in a car accident?
Contact the Law Office of Jeffrey Dawson today for a consultation.