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What To Do After a Vehicle Accident

It is hard to think straight after a vehicle accident. There is so much going on, from attending hospital or clinic appointments to dealing with insurance companies. It is too easy to get caught up in all the turmoil – and don’t forget, once all is said and done, there will be bills to pay. There are things you can do after a vehicle accident to protect your interests. Whether that means reacting at the scene or acting upon reflection, the most important thing is you act in time.

At the Scene

The first thing you should do at the scene of a vehicle accident is check the well-being of those involved, as long as it is safe to do so. If there are serious injuries, be sure to call emergency services before attempting to move operable vehicles off the road. Speak to witnesses, but do not admit to fault or claim you are uninjured. Such statements may compromise any future claim for compensation.

Ask for contact and insurance information from drivers and passengers – anyone involved in the vehicle accident. Speak to any witnesses about what they saw and ask for contact details. If police are needed on the scene, make sure to ask the responding officer if you may receive a copy of the incident report and how to obtain one.

Gather Evidence

Take photographs of the scene, including any debris, skid marks and damage to your vehicle. You will want to include photographs that show the relevant positions of vehicles to the road, as well as showing the weather conditions at the time of the vehicle accident. It may also prove beneficial to take pictures of any other details that appear relevant, while you still have the opportunity. A vehicle accident attorney can help determine at a later date what does and doesn’t constitute evidence.

Seek Medical Care

After the vehicle accident has played out at the scene, seek medical treatment if needed. It is important not to downplay pain or discomfort after a vehicle accident, as adrenalin may play a part in you feeling relatively unscathed. This will provide you with not only the opportunity to have any injuries treated but will act as recorded evidence to support a claim for personal injury should you decide to pursue compensation.

Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer

A personal injury lawyer can help you seek compensation for injuries and damages resulting from a vehicle accident. It is important to choose a personal injury lawyer who understands the pain and suffering you have experienced due to your injuries. Maison Law is a firm that has national knowledge and local experience, here in California. Established by Martin Gasparian, Maison Law is proud to provide all clients, with free consultation in our office or at their homes or hospital bedsides.

Call our offices to learn more about what representation from Maison Law could mean for you in a vehicle accident case. Feel free to reach out at 559-203-3333 at your earliest convenience.

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