Do you know what to do if you are involved in a Louisville car accident? No one leaves their home expecting to be involved in a car accident, and many of us have never actually been involved in an accident before. Those who have been involved in a motor vehicle accident previously may not be aware of some of the right and wrong things to do after an accident.
The highest priority is, obviously, the care of anyone who has suffered serious injuries in the car accident. The first action to take is to call law enforcement. A police report of the accident scene is an important part of any potential injury claim. The absence of a police report may result in a lower injury settlement or trial verdict.
One of the most common mistakes people make at an accident scene is to admit fault. It may go against your nature but it is important never to admit fault at an accident scene, even if you think you contributed to the cause of the accident. Express sincere concern for other parties. You can be sorry an accident occurred without taking or expressing blame or fault in the situation. Anything you say at the scene can and will be used against you.
Exchange insurance information, and ask potential witnesses for their contact information. It is critical you obtain the information from the proof of insure card of the other driver.
Contact your insurance company and inform them of the accident as soon as possible.
It is important to contact the accident and injury attorneys at HLH for a free consultation as soon as possible at (866) 583-9701. You need to know what to do if you are involved in a Louisville car accident. You need to be informed of your rights, and we provide sound counsel based upon decades of experience as personal injury attorneys here in Louisville. The insurance companies will want you to explain in writing “in your own words” what happened. You should seek counsel with HLH prior to completing any forms or answering any questions.