After suffering a car accident injury due to the negligence of someone else, you must take certain steps to preserve your right to seek compensation. There will be a number of factors that come into play when negotiating a settlement or presenting your case in court. Conducting yourself in the right manner will protect your interests and the value of your claim. Follow the tips below to increase your chances of recovering damages.  

Do: 

Get medical treatment right away.

This may seem obvious, but numerous car accident injury victims fail to get proper medical attention. It is important that you do so for your recovery, as well as your claim. If you don’t get treatment, this will open up the door for the other party’s insurance company to argue that your injuries weren’t that serious or they resulted from something other than the collision. 

Document everything. 

It typically takes a substantial amount of evidence to prove liability in a personal injury case. For this reason, it’s a good idea for you to maintain precise records. Make sure you get the other party’s contact and insurance information, obtain a copy of the police report, gather eyewitness names and phone numbers, and take photos of the scene. Also, start a journal tracking the pain and progression of any injuries, and keep a written documentation of all discussions you have with the police, doctors, and insurance companies. 

Don’t:

Talk to insurance companies before consulting an attorney. 

It’s common practice for insurance companies to try and settle for as little as possible to minimize their loss. Try to leave all communication with the other side up to a personal injury attorney. They will keep you from accepting any offer that is far below what you’re entitled to and help you avoid making any statements that could damage your claim.

Post on social media. 

In this day and age, social media has an integral role in everyday life. Under normal circumstances, this doesn’t pose a problem. However, when you’re in the middle of a personal injury case, your online activity can be used against you. Refrain from posting any pictures, videos, or statements pertaining to the accident, your injuries, or your claim. In fact, if you are involved in an injury collision, it is better to discontinue posting anything on social media until your case has been resolved.

What you do in the aftermath of a traffic collision can either set you up for a successful personal injury claim or hurt your case. The experienced attorneys at Salerno & Associates can help guide you through this difficult time. They will fight for you to receive the maximum compensation for your car accident injury, relieve the burden of legal paperwork, and take over all negotiations so you can focus on your recovery. Having served the residents of Omaha, NE for more than 30 years, they have an established reputation for providing effective representation both in and outside the courtroom. Call (866) 787-2598 to schedule a consultation, or visit their website to learn more about proving negligence.