I’ve been seriously hurt in a motor vehicle collision: What now?

On Behalf of | May 3, 2017 | Blog |

A split-second crash can have lifelong consequences, particularly if it causes you to suffer a serious injury, such as a traumatic brain injury. Sometimes accidents are the result of another person’s negligence behind the wheel. For instance, perhaps another motorist was speeding or texting while driving.

If you have suffered serious harm in a motor vehicle collision in Florida, you have the right to take legal action. However, making certain mistakes following the accident can have a negative impact on your case long-term. Certain steps need to be taken at the accident scene and thereafter to give yourself the best chance of prevailing in court.

Immediately following the accident

Right after the wreck occurs, you naturally want to seek medical attention for yourself and anyone else who was injured in the accident. You also need to contact the police and ask them to file a report on the crash. In addition, exchanging information with the driver who caused the injury crash is paramount. Being as cordial as possible can go a long way in getting you the information you need, including the driver’s name, phone number, driver’s license number and license plate number.

Then, before leaving the crash scene, it can be helpful to take some photographs of the scene. You may also want to capture pictures of any visible injuries you may have suffered.

When you leave the accident scene

Promptly telling your insurance company about your accident is imperative after you leave the scene of the wreck. When talking to the company, it is critical that you clearly and honestly explain what happened.

In addition, it may be beneficial to keep track of all of the medical treatments you receive from professionals, such as doctors, chiropractors and even physical therapists. You may also want to keep a journal of all of the injuries you have suffered and how they have affected your ability to lead a normal life. For instance, perhaps you have missed work or can no longer engage in certain normal activities due to your injuries.

A knowledgeable attorney in Florida may be able to help you establish liability before the civil court, based upon a showing of negligence, which might lead to a monetary damage award. This type of award may help you to address your medical bills as well as the pain and suffering caused by the potentially life-changing motor vehicle collision.

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