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Take Action Immediately
- Contact the police and call for an ambulance, if necessary.
- Do not discuss the accident with anyone and, especially, do not accept blame or fault.
- Exchange only licenses, registration and insurance information.
- Write down the name, address, driver's license number, date of birth, sex and phone number of all other drivers involved.
- Write down the name, address, and insurance company information for all the vehicles involved.
- Be sure to write down the names, addresses, and phone numbers of any witnesses.
Your Insurance Company
While your insurance company may be more than willing to help you after your automobile accident, they may not be the ones to call first. You should remember that insurance companies will provide some type of financial support after the accident, but they may not always give you what you deserve. This is why hiring an experienced attorney will help maximize your return for the injuries you have endured. However, you must remember to follow the listed guidelines when dealing with your insurance company.
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The hospital is the first place you should call, not the insurance company.
- Many times people are flustered and emotional, if not badly injured after your accident. This emotional state of mind causes victims to give answers that may not always be correct or thought through. Remember to call your attorney before answering any questions.
- Never estimate or guess about anything concerning your accident.
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Never take an official statement without your lawyer being present
- Once something has been recorded it's very hard to then make additions or changes to things you once stated. Your best option is just to wait until you have talked to your attorney.
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Never accept fault or blame for your accident
- Sometimes you may be unaware of the incidents that caused your accident. Accepting blame or fault before being shown all the details may jeopardize your case.
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Never accept an offer on your own
- You and your attorney should discuss any offers made by the insurance company before making a decision. There may be current or future costs that have not developed. Discuss all insurance offers with your attorney. An attorney will have the knowledge and experience to give you accurate information regarding offer amounts.
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Never tell an insurance company you do not have a lawyer
- A lawyer can be instrumental in getting you the settlement or verdict you deserve. If an insurance company learns you do not have a lawyer, they may think you do not know how to calculate your damages. An experienced attorney will be able to get you the maximum benefit for your damages.
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