What You Need to Do After an Accident

In personal injury cases, evidence is crucial to hold the defendant liable. This may involve witness statements, pictures of the damage, videos of the incident, police reports, medical records, and other documentation. If you are hurt by someone else, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible, and to hire our knowledgeable personal injury lawyer to build your case. You should also take pictures, get the contact information of witnesses, and request a copy of the police report.

Insurance companies may try to deny or reduce your claim. By having solid evidence, you can protect your ability to receive a settlement. It is also important to stay off social media until your case is concluded. Since social media posts are public record, insurance companies will take posts and pictures out of context to undermine your claim. Our attorney will conduct a thorough investigation and prepare your case for negotiation or litigation.

The Importance of Seeking Medical Attention

In some cases, due to our body’s self-preservation defense mechanisms, car accident victims may not feel pain right away. There are some injuries, such as whiplash, internal organ damage, traumatic brain injuries, and soft tissue damage, that may not exhibit symptoms immediately. This means you could start to feel pain and other symptoms hours, days, or even weeks after the initial trauma.

If you wait to see a doctor, or fail to see a doctor at all, the insurance company will use it against you and claim that your injuries are not as bad as you say they are. You need to prove your injuries, hence, documenting your injuries by way of medical records is important to protect your right to a settlement. Hence, do not delay in making an appointment to see your doctor after an accident.

What Types of Compensation May You Be Entitled To?

Depending on the situation, you may be able to receive a settlement for economic damages, such as lost wages, out-of-pocket expenses, and past, present, and expected future medical bills. You may also be entitled to non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium, and loss of enjoyment of life. Our attorney will determine how much you may be able to receive for your injuries, and will negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance company.

We represent clients in a variety of personal injury cases, including:

• Truck accidents
• Bus accidents
• Brain injuries
• Catastrophic injuries
• Pedestrian Accidents

Attorney Levin will take the time to understand your situation and use tailored legal strategies as you seek compensation. Our firm believes negligent individuals must be held accountable. From start to finish, we will fight passionately on your behalf.

We are ready to assert your legal rights! Learn how we can help you when you call (323) 951-1188 to set up a free, confidential evaluation.