Important Things to Know:
The insurance company will try to blame you for the accident, if not wholly, then partly. No matter what you did or did not do, the insurance company will find some fault to blame you with.
The insurance company for the person who caused the accident will try to settle your case for less than full compensation. What you think is fair compensation and what the insurance company thinks is fair compensation is rarely the same.
A “simple” auto accident is not always so simple. The person who caused the accident might not be insured, or not adequately insured. You may have to file an uninsured or under-insured motorist claim. There may be multiple parties at fault, or multiple parties wanting compensation. Your injuries might be related to a pre-existing condition. The list goes on and on.
Important Things To Do:
1) Get the names and addresses of all witnesses.
2) Contact your insurance company that same day. When doing this, do not give your insurance company a statement or allow them to record your statement as they are a potential defendant.
3) Seek medical treatment immediately if you are injured. You should report to the doctor all parts of your body that are affected, even if the injury does not seem severe. Days later, the same injury that you thought was minor might be serious.
4) Take pictures of your car.
5) Retain an attorney immediately.
Charles J. Gale is a personal injury attorney experienced in auto accident cases and motorcycle accident cases, and can help you fight to win.
Your initial consulation with the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale is free and you will be under no obligation.
We will discuss your rights and provide you with a free and comprehensive evaluation of your personal injury case, explaining in detail the steps involved in prosecuting your personal injury claim. At no time will you be charged a fee unless we collect.
At the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale, your questions are welcome. No office visit is necessary. If you are disabled, we will visit you at your home or hospital.
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