When filing a personal injury lawsuit, you must prove the injuries were a direct result of the accident. An attorney can guide you through the legal process, ensuring you have the proof needed to win in court. Here’s some evidence that could help make your case.   

What Proof Is Needed to Win a Personal Injury Case?

1. Accident Report

An attorney will ask whether emergency services responded to the incident so that they can obtain an accident report. If so, the officer’s report can be used as evidence. The document provides an official record of the incident so that the court can determine the cause.

It includes the nature of the crime and location, whether arrests were made, names of the parties involved, injuries incurred, and a detailed description of what the officer encountered when they arrived. 

If you were injured in a commercial building, seek out a manager. Alert them to what happened so that an accident report can be written.

2. Witness Statements

Before you leave the scene, speak to witnesses. Based on each person’s view of the incident, they can provide their opinion about what happened.

In the case of a crash, this can include other motorists and pedestrians. During a slip and fall at a store, talk to employees and other shoppers. Get each witness’s first and last name because your attorney might need to reach out for official statements.

3. Medical Records

Reviewing medical records will help the judge reach a decision on how much you’re owed in damages. The report written by paramedics at the scene will include the scope of the injuries and treatment provided. An official diagnosis from the doctor, X-rays, progress reports, and medical bills should be included as evidence, too.

If you’ve been injured in an accident, the attorneys at Renzullo & Associates Law in Winsted, CT, will lobby on your behalf to get the money you deserve. Founded in 1977, the firm handles personal injury, family, and criminal law matters as well as civil and appellate litigation for clients throughout Litchfield County and all of Connecticut. Learn more about the team online or call (860) 379-9885 for a consultation.