Tips for Preserving Evidence After a Car Accident

When you are involved in a car accident, it is easy to feel disoriented while you assess your injuries, get the other driver’s information, and call for the appropriate medical and legal assistance. An important factor that is easy to overlook, is collecting evidence to ensure it is clear who is responsible for the accident. In many cases, evidence is not preserved, and as a result, it becomes exponentially more difficult to prove the other party was at fault. During an initial consultation, our lawyers could inform you of tips for preserving evidence after a car accident.

What Evidence Should Be Preserved?

Any evidence from the scene of your accident can be vital in your claim against the other driver. You should always call the local police to come to the scene. This will ensure that there is a police report, which can provide an abundance of evidence. The police report will have information about the weather conditions, vehicle damage, who received traffic citations, and official statements from drivers or eyewitnesses.

How Should You Preserve the Evidence?

Beyond the police report, you will want to try to take as many photos of the accident as possible. This could be of your vehicles, skid marks on the road, and pictures of the injuries. Try to take your photos in good lighting so that everything is visible, and take the pictures from multiple angles.

Other important evidence to preserve includes anything related to your injuries, such as medical bills, records, and future treatment details. You should also monitor and document any lost wages, indications of pain and suffering, and any impact on your quality of life.

Consult a Car Accident Lawyer for Tips for Preserving Evidence After a Crash

When you work with a diligent lawyer from Smith Hulsey Law, you can rest assured knowing that your claim will be well taken care of. Speaking to an attorney as soon as possible will help you determine what evidence to collect and can help you document anything you missed before it is too late. Meet with us today to learn more tips for preserving evidence after a car accident and begin building your claim.