Were you recently in a road accident? If so, did you suffer a personal injury, collision, or vehicle damage? Unfortunately, people often encounter one or both of these unwanted consequences in a road traffic collision. Luckily, lawyers exist to walk you through the complicated process and come out the other side recovered and reimbursed.
A reliable attorney can help you get through this tough time in two ways, first, by maximizing your health and auto insurance claims, and second, by winning a civil lawsuit against the negligent party. However, it’s never too late to make the most of your case. If you’re reading this at the scene of the road traffic incident, there are steps you can take to make the procedure easier before even calling a lawyer. So if you’re looking at this article after the fact, you can go ahead and skip to step three.
Without further ado, let’s dive right into how you can get your well-deserved money from an ugly auto accident.
Call the Police
If the road traffic accident is anything more than a small scratch, it’s best to call the police in the state of Arizona. They’ll officially record the incident so you and your attorney can refer back to it while you’re filing claims.
Collect Information at the Scene
While the police will record the scene, you should take it upon yourself to take some notes, too. Besides making it easier for you to show your lawyer later, the cops won’t write down everything you need to know to guarantee you get a maximum payout later on. Bonus points (or bonus money, we should say) if you write down phone numbers of witnesses who saw the crash and the extent of your vehicle damage. That includes the other person’s phone number, license plate, and driver’s license number. Also, take photos of your car, their car, and the surrounding scene in general.
Keep a Journal of Your Journey
Any ounce of evidence you can compile will prove useful to your lawyer in court. So, don’t throw out any documentation of operations, appointments, and physical therapy sessions you need for your road to recovery.
Likewise, keep all your receipts of car repairs, rental car documents, and public transportation tickets, if applicable. Your lawyer can use these to negotiate a fair claim with your auto insurance.
Determine Your Car’s Market Value
If you experienced significant vehicle damage, your car insurance or the person who hit you will provide you with money for a new one. But don’t expect them to roll up with a shiny new automobile. Most likely, they will lowball their offer. This is why it’s up to you to determine your vehicle’s true worth and get your rightful compensation from it. Again, having a reliable lawyer by your side would make both the market research and the negotiations easier.
Call Us For a Free Consultation on Vehicle Damage
At AccidentsTirado Law, we invest our time and energy to know you personally and win your case. We know you’re going through a hard time, which is why we genuinely want to get you the money you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation.
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