When there is substantial evidence, it is typically easier to prove that the other party was at blame in a personal injury lawsuit. Individuals seeking financial damages after a car accident might utilize papers to help them develop their case.
Following a car accident injury, you’ll need the following papers to create your accident claim:
- Statements of witnesses
- All information transferred on the spot
- Police reports
- Photographs of the car accident
- Photographs of all property damage to your vehicle or personal belongings
- Photographs of your wounds (not all injuries are on the surface or appear right away)
Keep in mind that your car accident attorney must persuade the other driver’s insurance company that you are entitled to a reasonable settlement. As a result, the more proof that is available, the better.
Here are documents you should present your personal injury attorney when filing a car accident case.
Police Records & Reports
When the policemen arrive on the scene, they’ll start writing a report. They may make a preliminary determination as to who is to blame for the accident.
While this judgement may be modified or overturned as new information becomes available, it can be a potent tool for proving that someone else was to blame for the tragedy. This could offer your vehicle accident lawsuit an advantage in settlement negotiations or at trial.
Here’s a related article that might be useful for you: Car Accident and Police Reports
We made a video on this topic also, check it out below.
Accident Related Traffic Tickets
A traffic penalty may be issued to one or more drivers involved in an accident. This may occur if a motorist was:
- Drunk driving
- Texting
- Speeding
- Driving in a dangerous manner
A driver who has been hurt in a car collision may face traffic tickets. Your car accident lawyer, on the other hand, may be able to review the ticket. They can make a case for why the ticket isn’t necessarily increasing your liability for the car accident.
Insurance Policy Copies
Driving without a valid insurance policy is unlawful. Your coverage is still valid if the accident occurred outside of your home state. However, if your insurance has expired or otherwise fails to fulfill the minimal requirements in your home state, you could face legal action.
You might want to read our related article: Should I release my medical records to another driver’s insurance company?
There’s also a video about this topic down below.
Exchanged Information At The Scene of The Accident
After calling the police, one of the most important things to do is exchange information at the site. Drivers typically share insurance information, as well as their names, residences, driver’s license numbers, and phone numbers.
In some circumstances, sharing email addresses or social media contact information instead of a physical address or phone number may be suitable. You should save whatever information is exchanged in a safe place and discuss it with your attorney.
Police & Insurance Companies Statements
At the very least, the drivers will provide police with their version of events at the accident site. Those who were involved in the collision may also give their insurance firms a statement. Any witnesses may also give police a statement. Original statements may come in handy if someone’s story changes in the future.
Medical Records & Costs
Keep any medical bills, even if the injury appears to be small. Keep receipts for medical expenses, particularly those paid out of pocket or via a Health Savings Account (HSA), such as ankle braces, pain relievers, or crutches.
Medical records will reveal whether or not you sought care following a car accident and what the doctor discovered. They could also reveal whether you had any underlying medical issues prior to the accident. If these symptoms worsened as a result of the vehicle accident, it could affect your personal injury claim.
We made an article related to medical issues, check it out: Everything About Medical Treatment And Medical Bills
Payment Records
Your lawyer can look at your recent pay stubs to see if you’ve lost any current or prospective wages as a result of your injuries. Recent tax returns and other financial documents might also help you figure out how much money you’ll lose if you can’t work again.
When Should You Provide Documents To Your Lawyer
During a free meeting, an attorney may ask questions or examine documents, but you may prefer to keep documents secret until you agree to engage an attorney. They are not obligated to keep your personal injury case private until that moment.
Get Free Consultations With a Car Accident Attorney Today
Here at Bajric & Ramic, we are happy to help anyone with their case. If you have any questions, call us for free consultations: 314 352 6800
