An automobile collision might appear to be a simple matter to process through the courts on the surface level. However, car accident attorneys must gather, organize, and present substantive evidence to prove that the defendant was negligent. Pictures are among the most useful forms of evidence. If you are ever involved in a crash, knowing what pictures to take will simplify the case and increase the chances of collecting damages. 

What Should You Do Immediately After a Car Accident?

After the impact, make sure that no one was injured. If there are injuries, call 911. It's best not to move the injured parties yourself, especially if they've sustained head, neck, or back damage. Only do so if remaining in the car presents a danger. Get the contact and insurance information of all the drivers involved in the crash and any witnesses' contact data. 

What Pictures Should You Take?

All cellphones have cameras, but they're not all made equally. If your phone tends to take out-of-focus pictures, keep a traditional digital camera in your glove box as a backup.

First, photograph the injuries you or your passengers sustained. Try to get pictures of the injuries sustained by the other drivers, as well. Take wide shots of the scene from as many angles as possible. If the collision forced the cars into another position, take pictures of the impact's approximate location. Focus on the road conditions, such as wet or damaged areas and any skid marks.

Take close-up pictures of your vehicle's damage points and the other vehicles involved in the crash. 

Photograph the weather conditions, including the sky, and if it's raining, how much has accumulated on the street. This helps establish the conditions that may have factored into the accident.

What Are the Benefits of Taking Pictures of the Scene? 

Pictures of the vehicles detail the extent of the damage, increasing the likelihood that the insurance adjuster will approve your claim. 

To prove fault, your car accident attorney must establish causation. Pictures of skid marks on the ground can show the at-fault party was speeding, which contributed to the incident. Providing photos of the point of impact on the car will help answer how the collision occurred. 

The insurance for the at-fault party may attempt to argue that the injuries occurred before the crash. Having photos of them following the accident will disprove their argument and increase the odds of collecting the damages you deserve. 

There is no excuse for negligent driving, especially when injuries are sustained. For over 40 years, Phoenix, AZ, residents have relied on Ely, Bettini, Ulman, Rosenblatt, & Ozer, Attorneys at Law, to seek justice. They form close and trusting relationships with their clients to keep them informed and at ease during the legal process. As car accident attorneys, they have an impeccable record for developing customized arguments and obtaining favorable results. For more information on their practice areas, visit their website. To schedule a free consultation, call (800) 303-2144.