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You never think it will happen to you, but if you are ever in an accident you will be glad that you have this article at hand. The personal injury attorneys at Reinfeld Cabrera Tison want to share a few things you need to know if you’re in an accident.
When you are seeking compensation on a claim of personal injury, there are certain criteria which need to be met in order for the case to be successful. You need to be able to show that the other person involved was negligent and that it was this negligence which caused the injury. You will need to prove that the person involved had a duty not to injure you but failed in performing this duty and that it was this failure of that duty which ultimately led to your and is directly related to your injuries. The best way to prove this is by following the next few steps in collecting evidence for your case.
When you consult a personal injury attorney about a possible case, the attorney will need to know the details of the incident. So as soon as you can, you should write down everything you can remember about how the injury occurred. You should also take down the names and contact details of any possible witnesses. You will also need to have a record of reporting the incident to the relevant authorities. For instance, if you are a victim of an animal attack or dog bite you should report it to animal control. Take photographs of your injuries, damage to your property and of the circumstances which may have led to the accident. These photos may serve as evidence in your case and they will help to explain your circumstances or prove another’s negligence.
A few last things to remember – before you make any statements to insurance company representatives you should take all the information you have gathered and consult a personal injury attorney about the validity of your claim. The statute of limitations (which is the deadline indicating how long you have in which you are able to file a personal injury claim in Florida) is four years from the date of the injury. It is important to note that if you have been in a car accident, the procedures may differ slightly. It would be best to speak to a personal injury attorney specifically regarding an automobile accident claim.
If you believe that you have a strong case for a personal injury claim, contact the personal injury attorney’s at Reinfeld Cabrera Tison today so that we can help you get the compensation you justly deserve.
Things you should do if have been in an accident:
- Call the Police
- Take Pictures if possible
- Write down everything that happened to you
- Consult Reinfeld Cabrera Tison, Car Accident Attorney’s (954-866- HURT or 954-866-4878) right away.
If you are in search of an attorney, contact the coral springs car accident attorney’s at 954-866-4878. We offer free initial consultation by phone or in person.
