After An Injury: Investigate And Document
After a car accident or any other type of injury, it is imperative to document the incident properly.
KANSAS CITY, MO, July 14, 2012
Whether you are injured in an auto accident, by a defective product, on unsafe property, on the job, or by a medical care provider, immediately consult an attorney experienced in these types of cases to begin investigating your case and help you accomplish the following:Document the Accident
Your attorney will assist you in gathering evidence for your case. You will likely need photographs of the scene as well as the names, addresses and telephone numbers of eyewitnesses. Photographs of your injuries, of you in your hospital bed, or of your damaged vehicle can be emotionally powerful evidence.
Save and Preserve Whatever Caused Your Injury
The cause of an injury can be difficult to prove, so save whatever it was that led to your injury-- the substance you slipped on, the shoes you were wearing, the spoiled food product you ingested, the defective product and its instructions and packaging.
Obtain Needed Medical Treatment
If you have an injury but do not see a doctor, an insurance adjuster or jury may not believe you were injured. Your attorney can direct you to a doctor who specializes in your type of injury.
Give a Statement with Your Attorney Present
The insurance company may tell you they need you to provide a recorded statement. In fact, they simply would like to have one so they can use it against you later.
Keep in mind that insurance adjusters work for the insurance company, so they want to pay you as little as possible. Never give a statement to an insurance adjuster without consulting your attorney.
If you or someone you know was injured and need assistance dealing with an insurance company or judge, contact Adler & Manson Personal Injury Attorneys for a free, no obligation evaluation.
Website: http://www.adlerandmanson.com