Quick action is vital to a successful personal injury case. Those that receive the highest compensation are ironclad from start to finish. They involve shrewd attorneys, quick timetables, and perhaps most importantly, diligent plaintiffs. What a plaintiff does immediately after an injury can have huge ramifications for the case. Here’s what you should do to make your case as strong as it can be.

Gather Vital Information Immediately

It might be hard to keep a presence of mind, but the information you collect directly following a crash is vital to your case. If you can, document the scene with pictures, and be aggressive in collecting witness contact information. Get as much information as you can about who appeared to cause the accident. If you’ve been in an auto accident, your attorney will need their identity, plate number, and insurance.

Make a Police Report

Complete this step quickly while your memory is fresh. If you didn’t go the hospital, police likely won’t rush to make a report for you. In this case, go to the station yourself and file a counter report. If you’re in contact with an attorney, they might have advice on how to best go about this step.

Maximize & Protect the Value of Your Injury

You may be contacted by insurance companies. Do not give them anything. They will use your statements and meetings with insurance adjusters against you.

Meanwhile, get medical treatment immediately. Seek emergency treatment, if necessary, see a physical therapist, and get scans for your injuries. Stay close to your treatment schedule and take all prescribed medications to seal all potential holes in your case. Your attorney can help you liaise with your insurance company for payments. If you’ve been in an auto accident, show your vehicle and pictures to a trusted mechanic for an estimate of damages.

Choose the Right Attorney

Find an attorney experienced in your sort of injury: if you’ve been in a car accident, for example, research practices who’ve won auto injury cases. It’s a good idea to know attorneys in your area in case something should happen. Once you get in contact with one, they can give you exact directions on how to best handle your case.

Coyne, Cundiff & Hillemann, PC in Lake St Louis, MO, lead the area in securing maximum compensation for victims of personal and auto injury. Their experienced, aggressive trial attorneys regularly take insurance giants head-on—and win. Start winning your case today by calling them at (636) 561-5599 for a free consultation or by visiting their website.