When you are injured in a collision due to the negligent actions of another driver, it may seem like a cut-and-dry case. However, when you hear the statements provided by the at-fault driver, you’ll find that their version of events does not accurately reflect what happened. As such, you may wonder what you can do to fight for the compensation you deserve. If this reflects your circumstances, the following blog explores the steps you can take when the at-fault driver lies about the accident and why connecting with car accident attorneys is in your best interest during these complex times.
What should I do after an accident?
When you are involved in a collision, taking the correct steps is imperative to ensure you can document what happened to gather evidence and help illustrate how the accident occurred.
Generally, the most important thing you can do following an accident is call emergency services. In accidents where someone has sustained injuries, you are legally required to report the accident. As such, contacting law enforcement immediately following the accident helps ensure the police can document the circumstances of the collision. Additionally, this will bring emergency medical technicians to the scene of the accident, allowing you to receive necessary medical attention.
Once the police arrive on the scene the next thing you should do is take photos and videos of the scene of the accident. The police can direct traffic to help prevent additional injuries from occurring. You should capture images of the damage to both vehicles, how the cars are positioned on the road, any injuries you endured, and any conditions that may have contributed to the accident. You may also wish to speak with local homes or businesses to see if any captured footage of the accident on security or doorbell cameras.
Finally, you should speak to witnesses to get their view of how the accident happened. Having an unbiased, third-party account of how the accident occurred can help provide valuable insight into who was at fault.
What will happen if the at-fault driver lies?
Whether they are worried about legal consequences or do not want their insurance premiums to increase, it’s important to understand that, if the driver is caught lying, they can face serious consequences as a result In some instances, they may find that their insurance rates can drastically increase. Additionally, if they lie to the police, they can face consequences as this is illegal.
Unfortunately, many drivers do not receive the justice they deserve because of the deceit of others. As such, connecting with an experienced attorney with Friedman Schuman Layser is in your best interest. We understand how frustrating it can be when what should be a straightforward insurance claim is altered due to the deceit of the negligent driver. That’s why our dedicated legal team will do everything possible to help you hit for the compensation you deserve during these complicated times. Connect with us today to learn how we can fight for you during these matters.
