An auto accident can be a scary and upsetting experience, especially if you've sustained a car injury or substantial vehicle damage. During the aftermath of an accident, it's crucial that you take steps to safeguard your rights, and that includes avoiding some common post-crash mistakes. Below, a few of these mistakes are discussed in more detail.

3 Errors People Make After Car Accidents

1. Underestimating the Severity of Injuries

A typical passenger car weighs more than 4,000 lbs. Something that big can do a lot of damage, which is why so many accidents result in serious car injuries. Don't underestimate or downplay the severity of the harm you've suffered. Be as detailed as possible when describing them, as well as your pain levels, to all medical personnel and auto accident attorneys you speak with. And even if your injuries don't seem major, get checked out by a medical professional anyway; many car injuries are not immediately apparent, and you could be more injured than you originally thought.

2. Not Calling the Police

Even if the crash was relatively minor, an officer should still be summoned to the scene. Law enforcement is required to complete a report of what happened, and that report provides a neutral, third-party narrative of what transpired. This perspective is crucial in any legal case that might develop.

3. Saying Too Much to an Insurer

Dealing with another person's insurance company can be stressful. And to make these dealings even more intense, insurers often try to get you to say something incriminating; that way, they can deny you coverage. When speaking to an insurance claims adjuster, keep your answers to their questions short and sweet. Don't go into too much detail, and never agree to give them a recorded statement.

The car injury and accident lawyers at Peck & Peck Attorneys at Law, are here to protect you in the wake of a crash. They have more than 35 years of experience representing clients throughout the Hartford County, Connecticut, area. Call (860) 236-4782 or visit their website to set up a free initial consultation today.