Collisions caused by passenger cars result in thousands of injuries per year. Injured parties after car accidents face the stress of medical bills, lost wages, and recovery.
Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face this time alone. Shaw Cowart LLP’s Kyle car accident attorneys know the difficulties you are navigating. We can assist you in understanding your legal claim and the options you have to receive fair compensation for the losses you have sustained.
Handling a Collision
After an accident, many people are in shock. It can be difficult to know what steps to take. These simple, common sense tips can help secure your best interests following an accident:
Call the police
Contacting local authorities will mean you have a police report to provide to your insurance company and attorney. This documentation is important evidence that can establish liability and assist in maximizing your recovery. Additionally, in serious crashes involving physical injury, death, or severe property damage drivers are required by law to report the incident to their local police or sheriff.
Immediately seek medical care
Obtaining medical care will provide clear evidence establishing the accident as the cause of any injuries making it easier to recover the full amount you are owed. Even if you do not believe you have injuries after an accident, it is better to err on the side of caution. Identifying physical injuries quickly will ensure you receive full compensation for your loss.
Preserve all documents
Keep a record of every document relevant to your collision. This includes bills from medical providers and car repairs. It also includes police reports, contact information for witnesses, dash cam footage, etc.
Contact an attorney
Don’t represent yourself. You may know someone who represented themselves after an accident and received an insurance settlement. However, insurance agents work for their companies, not you. It is their job to offer a settlement lower than what you deserve. Working with experienced attorneys familiar with the laws will ensure you receive the full compensation you are entitled to. This will give you peace of mind and allow you to focus on recovery rather than dealing with the red tape of insurance.
Call Shaw Cowart LLP For a FREE CONSULTATION
After an accident, it is easy to be overwhelmed by stress. During this time injured parties often accept more than their share of responsibility for the accident or assume it is in their best interest to take an unfavorable settlement.
In reality, every accident is different and you deserve to thoroughly understand your claim and all available legal options. Even if you are worried you share some responsibility for the accident, this does not prevent you from eligibility to receive compensation. Plaintiffs in Texas may seek damages for loss unless they are more than fifty percent responsible for the accident.
The attorneys at Shaw Cowart LLP can assist you in understanding your claim and determining your best legal options to secure your right to full and fair compensation. Contact us today for a free and confidential case evaluation.