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Information needed for Trucking Accidents

Tuesday, August 4, 2009 by Drayton D. Berkley

Trucking accidents hurt and even kill thousands of people every year. Many victims find themselves confused with no where to turn. Hiring an experienced Memphis truck accident attorney is the best way to ensure that one receives adequate compensation for their physical and emotion pain.

If you, or a loved one, should ever have the misfortune of being involved in a trucking accident it is imperative that you gather the proper information. This information will be used to build your case and prove that you are in fact entitled to damages. Following an accident make sure that you gather the following:

Truck Accident Information
Contact and Insurance

Make sure you gather the contact and insurance information of everyone involved in the accident. Even if you think you know who is at fault, make sure you gather everyone’s. If there are multiple victims your attorneys may need to communicate in the future. Also make sure you get the names and contact information of any witnesses as these people will also be very important to your personal injury case.

Police Report

Make sure you call the Memphis police and have them report to the scene. You will want to give the police officer a detailed description of the accident. Also pay attention to the statements of those involved in the accident. Take note of any conflicting statements. You will need a copy of the police report to share with your attorney and, eventually, the insurance company.

Photos

Take photos of the accident scene. Make sure the photos provide a clear representation of the location of all involved vehicles and any additional property that may have been damaged. These photos can be used to prove negligence in some cases.

Once you have a gathered all of this information, contact an experienced Tennessee truck accident attorney before speaking with the insurance company. Together you and your attorney will determine your best strategy in dealing with the insurance company.

This article was provided courtesy of the Berkley Law Firm PLLC, 877-224-1131, www.berkleytruckinglaw.com.

81 Monroe Avenue, Suite 400 Memphis, Tennessee 38103

Posted at 13:47 PM

Topic: Trucking Accidents