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An accident can happen in a split second, changing your life forever. It may be caused by negligent behavior, such as drunk driving or distracted driving, or by a motorist who has lost control of his or her vehicle. Poor road conditions, bad weather or highway construction often contribute to catastrophic car, motorcycle or truck accidents.
If you have been involved in a car accident in which there are injuries or property damage, we recommend following these simple rules. Then call the Law Office of Jeffery J. Hernandez in Scottsdale, Arizona, for a free initial consultation at 866-793-3282 toll free or locally at 480-269-8929.
What to Do After a Car Accident
1. Stay at the scene. Try to remain calm.
2. Call for help. If you cannot find your cell phone, ask a passerby to call on your behalf.
3. Explain to the investigating officer what happened. Do not speculate on the cause of the accident and admit no fault.
4. Make no statements to anyone else. In our 18 years of truck accident practice, we have found that trucking insurance companies quickly send out their own personnel to the scene of the accident to gather evidence and talk to witnesses.
5. Take pictures at the scene. Evidence soon disappears, and a good picture is worth a 1,000 words to a jury. If you cannot take pictures right away, ask a friend or family member to take pictures of the accident for you.
6. Seek medical treatment as soon as you can. A doctor's report is useful to investigate the severity of your injuries and your prognosis.
7. Get a copy of the accident report. It is good information to bring to your free initial consultation with a personal injury attorney at our firm.
8. Call your insurance company to make a claim.
9. Consult with a skilled personal injury lawyer before you sign anything. Attorney Hernandez worked as an insurance claims adjuster before going into private practice. He knows that insurance companies often offer the injured a low settlement early on in the process. The check may seem like a large sum, but may not be large enough to cover all your medical and related expenses.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney at Our Firm
If you have been injured in a car, truck or motorcycle accident, call us at 866-793-3282 toll free or locally at 480-269-8929 or send an e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation.
