Actions to Take When Involved in Kentucky Auto Accidents
Bullock & Coffman has extensive experience representing clients as a Kentucky auto accident law firm. We find that the impact, shock, and injury of a car crash play havoc with people’s emotions, making it difficult to stay clearheaded. However, by taking certain actions you can regain control and assist us in building your case.
- Seek immediate medical attention. Common sense dictates that you should see a doctor if injured. However, because of the adrenaline produced during a vehicle collision, accident victims may not realize they are injured. Whiplash is one of the most common auto accident injuries. It can bruise or tear soft tissue and also throw vertebrae out of alignment. Whiplash pain can be excruciating despite that fact that it may take a day or two to manifest.
- If the accident produces immediate pain and obvious injury, get medical treatment to help reduce suffering and begin the healing process. From a legal standpoint, medical treatment documents the injury. It connects the injury to the accident, establishes an injury date, and provides a diagnosis and medical opinion regarding severity. Such documentation helps Kentucky automobile accident attorneys prove the relationship between the accident and injury, and assists with estimating damages.
- Gather and give information. If possible, get the contact information, driver’s and car license numbers, and insurance policy numbers of other parties involved in the accident. Also get the contact information of any witnesses present. If you have a cell phone camera or keep a camera in your car, take photos of the accident scene and vehicles. Also, file a police report.
- Contact your insurance company. Calling your insurance company is another way of documenting the accident and injury. Many insurance companies have time restrictions on reporting a car accident, and reporting it avoids the risk of losing coverage.
- Speak with a Kentucky auto accident attorney. Consulting an attorney about your accident and injury allows you to find out whether you have a case. You have the opportunity to get your questions answered and your lawyer can begin handling communications from the insurance company. Having your attorney deal with the insurance company lessens the likelihood of unwittingly making statements that can damage your case.
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