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What to do after a car accident?

Monday, November 9, 2009 by B. Joan Davis

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After a car accident in Raleigh in which you are injured, your first concern must be your health. Seek the advice of a medical professional who can help you heal and record your car accident-related injuries.  It is also important to document your injuries and the property damage to your car with photographs if possible.  If your cell phone has a camera feature, you can use that to record the car accident scene, skid marks and damage to any of the cars involved.  Photos will help you prove your point if necessary.

It is wise not to sign any insurance papers until you have consulted with a car accident attorney in Raleigh about your car accident. Once you sign a release of all claims, your car accident case is over. Be wary of an insurance company that wants to settle before you have seen a doctor or while you are still receiving treatment for your injuries. Be careful, most insurance companies frequently record your conversations with their representatives and anything you say to an insurance adjuster can be used against you in valuing your case accident case. 

It is very important to report your car accident to the police and to review the accident report prepared by the officer at the scene. The accident report officially documents the circumstances of the car accident.  It will help you answer many questions about your car accident and can be instrumental in settling your car accident case.

This Article Provided By:
Howard, Stallings, From, & Hutson
5410 Trinity Road Suite 210
Raleigh, NC 27607

 
Posted at 14:20 PM
Topic: Personal Injury
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