What to do if you've been injured in a car accident -- The Horwitz Law Group

[Sax]

Re: What to do if you've been injured in a car accident -- The Horwitz Law Group

Hi, I am a personal injury attorney associated with <a href="http://akimlawfirm.com" target="_blank">blank</a> South Carolina Personal Injury and Accident Attorneys at Anastopoulo Law Firm for the past 25 years. If you are injured in a car accident, do not hesitate to contact a personal injury attorney to help obtain adequate compensation.

More accurately a PI ambulance chancing shyster too ignorant to note that this thread is short of one week of celebrating its three and one half years old birthday!

Moreover, doesn't have the wits to know how to clean up his post before hitting "submit".

[Friend In Court]

Re: What to do if you've been injured in a car accident -- The Horwitz Law Group

What if I am injured.

Go immediately to a hospital to have your injuries treated and documented. You will need this to make a claim against the insurance companies, yours and/or the other party's.

If one is injured in an auto accident, it is unwise for them to deal with the insurance company without advice and representation by counsel. A common trick is for the insurance company to try to settle the matter as quickly and cheaply as possible -- before the full extent of the person's injury or disability from the accident are known. That is why one needs an attorney to represent them with the insurance company.

Some injuries can take a long time to treat and heal, if they heal at all. If one settles before the full extent of their injuries are known and the cost that will be incurred to treat them, they will be settling for far less and suffer the uncovered costs out of pocket.

[scvflamand124]

Re: What to do if you've been injured in a car accident -- The Horwitz Law Group

Nice points added forth. Much Appreciated

[elenajames]

Re: What to do if you've been injured in a car accident -- The Horwitz Law Group

Here are the 8 must-do's if in an accident:

• Call the police and call an ambulance if needed
• Get the names, addresses and phone numbers of all witnesses
• Use your phone to take pictures of the accident scene and damage to any/all vehicles
• Do not discuss the accident with anyone other than the police
• Do not admit fault to anybody
• Do not speak to the other driver’s Insurance Company
• See a doctor immediately

Thanks for the tips. These steps are important if you have faced an accident but at that time our mind is in dilemma and we become unable to decide what to do.

but you have provided a nice list.

[Highwayman]

Re: What to do if you've been injured in a car accident -- The Horwitz Law Group

"our mind is in dilemma"... Brilliant.

[CharnasLaw]

Re: What to do if you've been injured in a car accident -- The Horwitz Law Group

Do Call the Police

Police will direct traffic away from the scene, obtain statements from witnesses, and conduct any necessary chemical tests. They’ll also draft an official report, which the insurance company and your attorney can use as a starting point for investigating liability and damages.



Don’t Escalate Any Conflicts

Getting into a car accident is inherently stressful, and some people handle it better than others. Tough you should exchange information with the other parties involved, it’s important that you avoid heated confrontation. If anyone becomes loud and aggressive or appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, keep your distance until police arrive.

Additionally, if someone tries to flee the scene, don’t chase after him or her. Simply write down everything you remember about the vehicle and wait for law enforcement to arrive.



Do Photograph the Wreckage

Once it’s safe to walk around the scene, photograph all the vehicles that were involved from multiple angles. Don’t forget to capture both small details like skid marks and larger details like nearby traffic signals. You should also photograph the insides of vehicles to document deployed airbags and bloodstains.



Don’t Apologize

You may be inclined to apologize, especially if someone else sustained serious injuries, but doing so could be misrepresented as an admission of fault. You should avoid any statements that might be taken out of context to dispute liability.



Do Gather Information You’ll Need Later

When it comes time to build your claim, you’ll need each motorist’s name, driver’s license number, and insurance policy number. You’ll also need the names and phone numbers of any passengers or other eyewitnesses so your personal injury lawyer can obtain statements. Finally, get the names and badge numbers of all responding officers.



Don’t Postpone Seeking Treatment

Although you have the right to refuse care at the scene, it’s wise to undergo an evaluation as soon as possible, even if you feel relatively fine. Some impact injuries do not manifest immediate symptoms, but they can cause complications if left untreated. If your decision to forego the medical evaluation causes your injuries to worsen, this could lead to a dispute that has the potential to reduce your financial recovery.

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[olive]

Well I can't say I disagree with anything written above. That's the standard and wise approach.

[Lexus]

You can act depends on the situations; considering the mentioned procedures:

Make sure to call law enforcement and have a report made.

Exchange of information.

Obtain witness contact information.

Seek out immediate medical treatment.

Don't give any statements to any insurance company even your own without thinking twise.

Take pictures of the scenes.

Get an experienced attorney's service.

[Whalleylaw]

Below are some points to keep in mind when you met with an accident:

Stay calm: Do not get panic. Take a breath, check yourself for injuries or pain.

Stay safe: If your car isn’t in any more danger, leave it where it is. The police will want to see exactly what happened. If you’re in the flow of traffic and could be hit again, move your vehicle.

Call Ambulance: If you need medical help then call the ambulance then Call the police as well. They’ll gather information and make a report.

Call your insurer: Let them know what happened and get the claims process started.

Gather evidence: Take photos of the scene and your car. Take cell phone video. Write down every detail you can remember. Exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver. If there were any witnesses, get their names and contact information as well.

Take help from a car accident attorney: At last, if you cannot handle this on your own or you are badly injured then take help from a car accident lawyer. They will do all the paper work and help you to get your compensation.

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[Jayzvc]

The first and foremost thing you should do is to seek medical attention. You must undergo a thorough assessment to ascertain the extent of injuries that you may have sustained. There are two reasons why your visit to the doctor should be a priority:

1. Injuries that may seem trivial may have delayed symptoms and can aggravate over time.
2. Medical expenses are integral components of injury cases that can help you prove the damages incurred in accidents. Therefore, it is advisable to visit the doctor and get a thorough report to avoid accusations of not being injured seriously in the car accident.

Once done with the medical evaluation, you can file a report and if necessary (only in case you have got serious injury) consulting a lawyer would be advisable.
Here's the reference where you can connect with a car accident lawyer.

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[jamson22]

If at all possible, pull over to a safe, well-lit location nearby, preferably a public one where other drivers can see both you and the other driver.

This is especially true "if you're hit from behind and suspect you're the intended victim of a staged accident," according to Scott Holeman, a spokeswoman for the Insurance Information Institute.

If your car is causing a hazard on the road, you should move it, even if it's to a sidewalk.

"Remain cool and utilise emergency flashers to warn incoming traffic," advises Robert Passmore, vice president of vehicle and claims policy at the American Property Casualty Insurance Association.
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[adjusterjack]

This thread is a great opportunity for ambulance chasers and their spam.

[Guest]

hey, somehey, somebody has to do it, who else is going to represent them

[xbon]

one thing is true that it is difficult after an accident to decide which attorney should be involved , or that you should hire, I found that process to be very difficult year ago when having to make those decisions.