A motorcycle accident can have devastating consequences. If you were injured in an accident with a car driver, it might be difficult to figure out what your next move should be. If the accident wasn’t your fault, then you may deserve compensation for your injuries. If you’re considering a personal injury claim, here are the steps that you need to take.
See a Doctor
After an accident, your priority should be your health. Even if you chose not to seek transportation to the hospital at the time of the accident, you still need to check in with a doctor as soon as possible. Some injuries will not manifest right away. In other cases, you may have an adrenaline rush and not feel the impact of the injury.
Once at the doctor’s office, you need to keep records of any diagnosis or injuries that you sustained during the accident. Your medical records will be used as evidence if you file a claim against the other driver.
Contact the Insurance Company
If you have the insurance information of the other driver, then you need to make that call next. This is where you submit the accident claim. Do not try to negotiate with an insurance adjuster before you speak with a lawyer. When you report the accident, you need to be careful about what you say. The adjuster may try to use your details against you. For instance, if you sound apologetic, they may use this to pin fault on you. Once you have a lawyer, he or she will be able to guide you through the negotiations process.
Call a Lawyer
Before you file a personal injury claim, you need to talk with a lawyer. He or she will be able to determine whether you have a case and can help you build a defense. Do not try to file a lawsuit on your own. Most that attempt to file a lawsuit without legal trouble do not receive as much money as those that have a lawyer. A lawyer will have the experience necessary to negotiate with insurance companies.
For a legal consultation with a personal injury lawyer, call 434-817-3100
Often, the injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident are serious. You must receive medical attention and file a claim as soon as possible if you want to receive compensation for your injuries. To find out more about how to file a claim, contact and set up a consultation with a lawyer, like a motorcycle accident lawyer from Patterson Bray, as soon as possible.
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