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Injured in a Car Accident? Get the Compensation You Deserve

In you’re in a car accident and are injured, you deserve compensation for those injuries. Whether your Bay Area personal injury was caused by someone driving under the influence, someone texting while driving, or by an error in judgment, the reality is that the insurance company will offer you the least amount of money possible. If a poorly maintained road contributed to the accident, the government agency responsible for road maintenance will surely shrug off the blame. And if a defective vehicle contributed to your injuries, it’s a safe bet that the automaker will push back.

That’s why you need the help of the Bay Area personal injury attorneys at Silver Law Firm comes in. They are like a dog with a bone. They won’t give up until they make sure that you’re compensated for your injuries, lost wages, and future medical care. Your Bay Area personal injury attorney will also work diligently to recover money for repairing your vehicle and related expenses like towing, storage, and a rental car.

There are steps you can take, however, to help your case. If you’re in a car accident in the Bay Area: 

Don’t Admit Fault: In the confusion of the moment at the scene of the accident, you might be tempted to apologize to the other driver or say something that implies that you take responsibility for the accident. Avoid doing that. Even if you believe you’re at fault, you don’t have all of the information you need to draw that conclusion. In addition, California law allows multiple parties to share responsibility for a car accident, so don’t accept the blame.

Don’t Comment on Potential Injuries: Sometimes injuries that are caused by a car accident are obvious. Other times, the symptoms of an injury can take time to surface. The adrenaline that your body releases in high-stress situations interferes with your ability to experience pain. For that reason, you may not feel like you’re injured, when in fact you are. In addition, some injuries – like those to muscles, ligaments, and tendons – might not surface for a few days. If you declare to the driver responsible for the accident that you’re fine and uninjured, then your statement can later be used against you. If asked, it’s best to say that you’re not sure whether or not you’re injured.

Get Medical Attention: If you’ve been seriously injured, call 911 or go to the emergency room. If you don’t need emergency medical attention, but feel as though you may have been injured, visit your physician or an urgent care center sooner rather than later. Seeking medical attention is evidence that you may have sustained an injury in the accident. Don’t delay or decide to “wait-and-see” if your injury will go away on its own. The other party can potentially undermine your case by arguing that so much time elapsed between the accident and your doctor’s visit that your injury could have been caused by something else.

Log Your Injuries: If you have a visible injury – cuts, abrasions, or bruising, for example – create a visual record. Take photos or video of your injuries, and ask your doctor to do the same. In addition, keep a log of your injuries and health status. Each day, write down or record how you’re feeling, what has changed since the previous day, and any other relevant information.

You shouldn’t be expected to understand personal injury law or how insurance companies operate. The Bay Area personal injury attorneys at Silver Law Firm understand the broad strokes and nuances of the law. You can be assured that they’ll fight for every last dollar and get the settlement you truly deserve for your injuries, pain, and suffering.

 

Time is of the essence. Call Silver Law Firm 24/7 for a free, no-obligation consultation. Remember, there is no fee unless we win.

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