If you are involved in a car crash and you’re injured, you’ll want to receive payment from the parties responsible. The moments after a collision can be hectic, but if you’re not paying attention, the accident can end up costing you time and money. Avoiding the mistakes below will help you collect all the compensation you deserve when you file a personal injury claim.

4 Key Errors That Can Affect Your Personal Injury Claim

1. Not Calling the Police

After an accident, call 911 and remain at the scene until help arrives. When a law enforcement officer makes an on-the-scene report, they create a document that can help establish who was responsible for the collision. This report could be critical in supporting your personal injury claim.

2. Not Seeking Medical Attention

The most important thing you can do after a car accident is to protect your health. Seek medical attention from the emergency personnel at the scene, and if necessary, let them transport you to a hospital for a thorough exam. A copy of the medical report and records will help prove your injuries arose from the accident and provide a basis if you need care and treatment later.

3. Not Collecting Evidence at the Scene

Gather as much evidence at the scene as you can by taking photos, videos, and talking to witnesses. If you’re unable, ask someone else to help take pictures to document the positions and condition of the vehicles and any injuries you suffered in the accident.

4. Admitting Fault

Although you regret the accident occurred, don’t say, “I’m sorry.” Even though such comments are innocent and sympathetic, they could be used by law enforcement when considering criminal charges and may work against you in evaluating who is at fault. Admitting fault could eliminate your right to receive compensation.

Handling a personal injury claim successfully after a car accident takes legal knowledge and skill. Backed by 25 years of experience, the attorneys at Seiler & Parker P.C., L.L.O. offer strong and effective representation to protect your interests at all times. Accident victims throughout the Adams County, NE, area depend on their professional advice and vigorous advocacy to obtain the best outcome in each case. Visit them in Hastings, NE, or go online to see what past clients have said. Find more legal tips on Facebook, and call (402) 463-3125 to talk to a dedicated attorney.