What Kind Of Mistakes Are Made During Car Accident Claims?

When you get involved in a car accident, there are multiple steps that you can take in order to maximize your chances of obtaining the settlement you deserve. However, there are also many mistakes that when done, can have an irreversible negative impact on your case. That being said, here is a list of all the things that you should never do after a car accident, as each one of them can leave you without your settlement.

Admitting Guilt

The first and the most important thing to remember is that if you accept any guilt, regardless of how small or large it may be, you will directly impact your claim (in a negative way). The at-fault party’s insurance company will take your statement and use it against you to reduce their overall payment or make it so that you are the one responsible for causing the accident. Even if it is obvious that you are not the one who caused the accident or help cause it, as long as you admitted guilt while speaking with the officer or the insurance adjuster, you will be treated as completely or partially guilty.

You may admit guilt verbally, or by signing or providing them with a statement.

Not Asking For A Copy Of The Police Report

If you are about to file a claim, you need the police report to confirm your investigation and prove that you are not the one responsible for causing the accident. Without one, it will be hard to back up your claim with proper evidence. For that reason, you should always stay at the scene and wait for the police to arrive to help them craft a report. Once they do it, you should always ask for a copy of it and give it to your attorneys, assuming that you have one (or more). If you don’t have an attorney,
car accident attorneys in Pittsburgh from Shenderovich, Shenderovich & Fishman will gladly help you with your claim and case. Give them as soon as you can.

Not Visiting The Doctor

Following a car accident, probably the worst thing you can do is skip the trip to the hospital. Even if it looks like a good idea at a time, we encourage you to do it. Go visit your doctor and get inspected for injuries and prevent any potential chronic diseases from occurring.

Also, once you are done, you should take a copy of the doctor’s report as it will be an essential evidence that will support your claim. Give it to your attorney and along with the police report, you will have enough information to prove that you have suffered one or more injuries and that you should be fairly compensated for them by the at-fault party’s insurance company.

Don’t hesitate to give Pittsburgh car accident attorneys a call right when the accident happens. Schedule your free initial consultation and let them help you secure your settlement. You only get one chance to make things right. Play it safe or lose it all.