Accident Victims Tips
At the Law Offices of Mark A. Doughty, we have decades of experience helping Sacramento auto accident victims throughout Northern California recover from their injuries and recover compensation for their losses. A car accident injury in Sacramento is a traumatic event. Worrying about how to pay for property damage and medical expenses only adds another layer of anxiety to an already stressful time.
Fortunately, if you were involved in a car accident in Sacramento, you can take several steps at both the scene of the accident and soon afterwards that will help you successfully recover compensation for your losses.
What should I do if I have an auto accident in Sacramento?
- Seek medical attention. If you or anyone at the scene of the Sacramento car accident needs medical attention, call 911. Even if you do not require emergency care, either on the scene or in a hospital, schedule an appointment with your doctor for a thorough examination soon after an auto accident injury in Sacramento.
- Obtain driver and witness information. If you are able to, exchanging information with the other driver at the scene is essential should a car accident lawsuit in Sacramento be necessary. Be sure to obtain names, addresses, phone numbers, driver license numbers, vehicle registration, and insurance information. Also, collect the names and contact information of any people who may have witnessed the accident.
- Document property damage. Taking pictures of the damage done to your automobile can also be valuable should a Sacramento auto accident lawsuit become necessary to resolve the damages incurred in the crash. If possible, use a cell phone camera to take pictures of the accident scene from different angles, including the perspectives that would have been experienced by you and the other driver.
- Do not talk to insurance adjustors. The insurance company will send out an adjustor to assess the damage caused by the accident and estimate the cost. As insurance companies are motivated by profit, the adjustor in most instances will downplay the seriousness of the damage caused and try to get you to agree to settle for quick cash, often for much less than your case is actually worth. Never agree to such a settlement without speaking to Sacramento auto accident lawyers.
Contact an Experienced Attorney
Obtaining a final settlement or judgment in your Sacramento car accident injury case may take months or longer. Don’t delay in contacting a qualified auto accident lawyer in Sacramento after your accident. Important evidence could be lost, and key deadlines could be missed if you are filing a Sacramento car accident lawsuit. Attorney Mark A. Doughty has over forty years of experience practicing personal injury law in Northern California and can help you achieve the results you deserve by representing you in your auto accident lawsuit in Sacramento. Contact the Law Offices of Mark A. Doughty today for a free consultation to discuss your Sacramento auto accident injury and what options are available to you.
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