One of the most common questions an attorney hears from people is “what should I do if I’m in a car accident?” A better way of looking at this question would be to remember what not to do. The most common mistakes that accident victims make can turn an easy case into a much more difficult one. Here is a list of mistakes most commonly faced:
1) Client failed to report the accident to their insurance company and Police.
2) Client failed to document injuries to Rescue, Police, and Insurance.
3) Client failed to go to a doctor to document injuries.
4) Client made a signed or recorded statement to his or her own insurance company without first seeking legal advice.
5) Client made a signed or recorded statement to the party at faults insurance company without first seeking legal advice.
Although these might seem like easy things to remember and avoid, it is often the stress of the accident that causes people to make mistakes. If you remember to document all information and seek legal advice, it will help in resolving the case as quickly as possible.
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