Your First Steps Following An Automobile Accident
At The Stanley Law Offices, LLP, our lawyers want to educate and empower truck, motorcycle and car crash victims. Here are some important tips to follow if you have suffered a personal injury in an auto accident.
Gather Information
If you are physically able to do so, start gathering information immediately after the accident. If your condition prevents it, perhaps a friend or family member can help. Any details you can gather, from the names and numbers of witnesses to pictures of the auto accident scene can end up being very helpful.
Get Treatment
Do not hesitate to get medical treatment. Often, the sooner you can get treatment, the better your chances will be of recovering from your injuries. Don't let concerns about medical bills prevent you from getting the care you need. The bills can be sorted out later. Your health needs to come first.
Start the Paperwork
You don't have to wait to file an insurance claim for your motor vehicle accident. If you were in an on-the-job auto accident, report it to your employer and file for workers' comp.
Be Careful Who You Discuss the Auto Accident With
Every written or oral statement you make can end up working against you. Make certain that what you tell the police is absolutely accurate. If an insurance company calls, do not discuss the accident with them. Insurance adjusters will look for early opportunities to avoid having to provide you with compensation. Avoid giving them any opportunities.
Enlist an Experienced Attorney
We have more than 40 years of combined experience handling auto accident cases for people in Syracuse and the surrounding parts of Upstate New York and Northeast Pennsylvania. We encourage you to get in touch with us as soon as possible so we can help you take the steps mentioned above and more.
Don't worry about the cost of legal representation. We know what to do to get you the compensation you deserve, and we handle these cases on a contingency basis. There are no attorney's fees unless you recover compensation.
Contact Us for a Free Initial Consultation
To schedule a free initial consultation with one of our experienced lawyers, contact us toll free at 800.372.3760. Se habla Español.
