Car accidents can be devastating. Even if you aren’t seriously injured, there is still physical and emotional trauma to contend with. There is also the fact that injuries can show up later and they can be debilitating. Nonetheless, there are some important things to do after a car accident. If you are ever in doubt about what to do, it is important to call your car accident attorney immediately so you can be given the guidance that you need.
When involved in a car accident, what you can and can’t do may be determined by how seriously you are injured. If you aren’t able to remove yourself from your vehicle, the steps to take include taking mental notes of what occurred. If you are able to type on your phone, you can take notes and photos. You want to ensure 911 has been called and that you don’t move until medical personnel arrive.
If you are able to remove yourself from your vehicle, here is what to do after a car accident:
After you have taken the initial steps at the accident scene and soon after leaving it, you want to call your Philadelphia auto accident lawyer as soon as possible to receive advice that is pertinent to your case. There are also some things you want to do on your own, such as keep track of your medical treatment.
If you are offered medical treatment at the scene, take it because this information can be useful when building your injury claim. You want to continue receiving the proper medical treatment and ensure it is well-documented so that the information can be used in your case. Let every medical provider you see know that you need everything to be thoroughly documented for your case.
You also want to get a property damage valuation so you can determine how much property damage has been done. Your insurance company can provide this valuation. In the meantime, be cautious in regards to discussing the event and don’t accept any settlement offers. Unfortunately, settlement offers are never enough without your attorney advocating for you at the negotiation table.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident that was the fault of someone else, you have the right to file a personal injury claim against them so that you can pay for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. You didn’t ask to be injured, so you shouldn’t have to pay the financial consequences the way you have had to pay the physical and emotional ones. To learn more about what can be done for you, call The Brotherly Law Office at 215-545-8500 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.
If you have been injured due to no fault of your own, you may be able to hold the responsible party accountable for the monetary damages resulting from the accident. Fill out the form below to request a free consultation so we can evaluate your case.