I’ve Just Been Injured? Now What?
When you are injured because of someone else’s negligence, it is critical that you act quickly
GET MEDICAL ATTENTION
If you are injured, do not delay seeking treatment. Prompt and thorough treatment is ensures your best recovery from your injuries, which happens to be the best thing you can do for your injury case.
2. DOCUMENT EVERYTHING
Call the police and have an accident report prepared
Get the names and contact information of any witnesses
Photograph the scene, the damage to vehicles or the surrounding conditions, and your own injuries
Keep a log of your injuries, your recovery, and the effect on your day-to-day life
3. DON’T TALK TO INSURANCE COMPANIES
They have one job: to pay you as little as possible for your injuries. Let us do the talking.
4. HIRE AN ATTORNEY
It costs you nothing, and bringing a lawyer on board early is your best chance to maximize your recovery.