The repercussions of a car accident can be both devastating and frustrating for everyone involved. There’s physical pain, shock and emotional recovery to consider, all the while having to deal with the administrative issues and paperwork that come along with the incident.
Here are a few important steps to take to make sure you can recover in all facets.
Get Checked
The first and most important concern is your health and safety. Whether you were involved in an accident as a pedestrian, a driver, or a passenger, there’s a chance that you might have sustained serious injuries that you may not even be aware of.
Getting straight to a medical institution in order to get thoroughly checked should be your top priority, and all other details can be hashed out once you’ve been cleared.
Follow Medical Advice
Even if you feel alright after the accident, your doctor knows best. If you’ve received any instructions to have further checks or tests done, limit movement, rest a painful body part, or take any form of medication, it’s in your best interests to comply.
Failing to follow medical advice will only lead to a slower and more painful recovery and potential complications.
Call A Lawyer
Especially if you’ve sustained any injuries, your car is damaged or anything similar to these circumstances, you’re going to need to get in contact with a good attorney.
The best option is always to opt for an attorney who specializes in your specific case: such as a pedestrian accident attorney, a personal injury attorney or whatever aligns with your specific circumstances. Working with someone who specializes will help you ensure that they are experienced and know how to handle your case and get you the best compensation.
Contact Your Insurance
As soon as you reasonably can, make a call to your insurance companies (health and auto) and highlight the incident. Be sure to provide them with all the relevant details.
For your health insurance, you’ll need to specify the nature and severity of your injuries, where and when you attended checks and procedures, and any medications, or rehabilitation appointments you may need.
Your auto insurance company will need to know how and where the accident occurred, the vehicles involved, and any damage to your and the other person’s vehicles.
Watch What You Say
Throughout all these tasks you’ll be completing, it’s a good idea to be cautious about how you describe the accident and your injuries until you’ve spoken to your lawyer.
Be sure not to say anything that alludes to your admitting fault, and try to remain objective and neutral about the events and even your injuries. Once your lawyer has told you how to respond, you can follow their instructions. It might be a good idea to reach out to them before any other details are managed.
In Summary
This can feel like a lot to deal with and take in, especially after going through something so difficult. Be sure to prioritize your own recovery, mentally and physically whilst dealing with these tasks.
