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What to doafter an injury

The steps you take in the first hours and days protect your health and your claim. Here's what to do after a car accident or a fall on someone else's property.

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What Should You Do After an Auto Accident?

  1. Call 911

    Once you are out of harm’s way, call the police. The officer will fill out an accident report.

  2. Document The Damage

    If it is safe to do so before any cars or vehicles are moved, take pictures of the accident scene so that you can prove what happened. If you have to move the vehicles for reasons of safety, take pictures of the damage after they have been moved.

  3. Get Medical Attention

    If you were injured in a car accident, get medical attention as soon as possible. Even if you may not immediately feel the full extent of your injuries, it is essential to be checked by a medical doctor. You may have injuries that aren’t obvious at first but may become apparent later on as a result of an accident.

  4. Contact An Attorney

    Insurance companies usually don’t have your best interests in mind. Their job is to convince you to settle for as little as possible, especially if it saves them money. If you were in a car accident and suffered damage to yourself or your property, call us today to help you understand your rights after an accident.

What should you do after a premises accident?

  1. Call 911

    Call the police and/or an ambulance if you are caused to be injured as a result of someone else's negligence. Whether it is on a job site, due to a defective sidewalk, defective stairway or any improper condition that was caused, created, or not repaired by a negligent owner.

  2. Document The Damage

    It is very helpful to take pictures of the location where an incident occurred so that you can show what happened.

  3. Get Medical Attention

    Get medical attention as soon as possible and keep note of the medical facilities and/or doctors that treated you for your injuries. You may have injuries that aren’t obvious at first but may become apparent later on.

  4. Contact An Attorney

    Insurance companies usually don’t have your best interests in mind. Their job is to convince you to settle for as little as possible, especially if it saves them money. Call us today to help you understand your rights against negligent property and job site owners.

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