Archive for 'What To Know After an Accident' Category
Accident Guidance Find Out What to Do Immediately After an a Car Accident in Arizona Silkman Law Firm · Phoenix, Arizona · Personal Injury Attorneys The first 10 minutes after a car accident can feel chaotic, but a simple sequence can help you make safer decisions. Your first responsibility is to protect people from further […]
Insurance Guidance Know Your Rights Before You Talk with the Insurance Company Silkman Law Firm · Phoenix, Arizona · Personal Injury Attorneys After a car accident, the insurance company may call before you have finished processing what happened. You may be asked how the crash occurred, whether you were hurt, where you received treatment, whether […]
Insurance Guidance How To’s When Dealing with Your Insurance Company After an Accident Silkman Law Firm · Phoenix, Arizona · Personal Injury Attorneys Insurance can become one of the most confusing parts of a car accident. You may have your own policy, the other driver’s policy, medical coverage, collision coverage, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, […]
Accident Guidance Keep a List of All Injury Details-Document Everything After a car accident, your health should always come first. Even if you feel fine immediately after a crash, it’s important to understand that some injuries may not show symptoms right away. Adrenaline, stress, and shock can temporarily mask pain, allowing certain injuries to go […]
Insurance Guidance The Insurance Company Called—Now What? Your safest approach is to identify who is calling, obtain the claim information, answer truthfully, avoid guessing, and understand what the insurer is asking for before providing extensive information. If the accident caused significant injuries or liability is disputed, consider speaking with a personal injury attorney before giving […]
Accident Guidance Collect Witness Information Witnesses can provide important information that may support your claim. Be sure to collect the following details. Witness Tip A calm conversation and a few notes now can make a big difference later. Name Get the full name of each witness. Phone Ask for a phone number where they can […]
Accident Guidance Know What Not To Do After an Accident A handful of common missteps can quietly undermine an otherwise strong injury claim. Here’s what to avoid — and what to do instead. ✕ Admitting Fault A reflexive “I’m sorry” can later be used to suggest you accepted blame, even if you weren’t at fault. […]
Accident Guidance First Steps After a Minor Accident What you do in the first few minutes after a crash can protect both your health and your claim. Here’s a simple guide to the four steps that matter most. 1 Check for Injuries Check yourself and your passengers first, then anyone else involved. If someone is […]
Accident Guidance 3 Mistakes to Avoid After a Crash Avoid these common mistakes that could hurt your case. 1 Admitting Fault Even saying “I’m sorry” can be used against you. Let the facts speak. 2 Leaving the Scene It’s illegal and can result in serious penalties. Always stay and exchange info. 3 Skipping Medical Care […]
If you went through physical therapy after a car accident or another injury, it is normal to wonder when your settlement will finally happen. The honest answer is that settlement timing depends on your recovery, the medical records and billing process, the available insurance coverage, and how the insurance company evaluates the claim. In many […]
