More Severe than Car Accidents
Trunk accidents have a tendency to be far more severe than a regular car accident. Trucks are usually larger than cars, so injuries can be more severe, and sometimes even fatal. Los Angeles truck accident victims may have to file claims that are more complicated because federal regulations regarding truck accidents could apply. Taking care of your injuries can prove costly so you should hire a skilled Los Angeles truck accident lawyer to help you.
You will likely feel confused and disoriented after an accident. It is important to be aware of the most common mistakes that victims of truck accidents make in order to avoid them. We have listed the most common mistakes that victims of truck accidents often make. If you are injured in an accident involving a large rig or another type commercial vehicle it is quite possible you could have a personal injury case. To give yourself the best chance of getting compensation be sure not to make these common yet critical mistakes.
Failing to obtain a police report
- One of the biggest mistakes that accident victims make is not asking for a copy the police report. It is essential to get a copy of the police report in order to be compensated for any injuries sustained after an accident.
- The report contains valuable and important information regarding the details of the accident.
- The report will include the contact information of all involved drivers and witnesses, as well as images of the damage and other details.
- It is an important tool in the fact-finding process for your any attorney. Make sure you get it as soon possible.
Skipping medical treatments or follow ups
Many people are unwilling to seek medical attention after being in a truck accident. Even though you may not feel too badly at first, injuries can become debilitating if they are not treated properly.
People who seek medical attention immediately after a crash but then stop attending their regular appointments run the same risk of developing a more severe condition. We recommend that you see your doctor as soon as possible.
It can be important in order to demonstrate the extent of your pain and suffering that you have medical records which show you receiving treatments. If you chose to self medicate or avoid medical attention it can be hard to prove that you have been suffering, without concrete medical evidence.
Social Media
If you have been injured, one of the most damaging things to your case can be your use of social media. People have a tendency to post or write things online which show them having fun usually doing physical activities. This can be used as a very strong piece of counter evidence in court that you weren’t really suffering, when in actuality you have been.
To make sure that you don’t harm your case through social media personal injury attorneys recommend that you don’t post anything online until you have been given legal guidance after an accident.
Approximate economic as well pain and suffering damages using our Estimated Damages Calculator if you’ve been in a truck accident.
Summarized from an article by Banafshe Law Firm.
