by Zayed Al-Sayyed

What kind of cases do personal injury lawyers handle?

Even if you have — fortunately — never had to rely upon a personal injury lawyer before, you are probably familiar with them: lawyers who appear on television talking about how they have helped clients obtain compensation after they have been injured.

Unfortunately, advertisements often neglect to explain the basics of what a personal injury lawyer does for their clients — the benefits of which are numerous. What is a personal injury lawyer, and what sorts of injuries do their services cover? Is a personal injury lawyer right for you? Perhaps most importantly: what kinds of cases do personal injury lawyers handle?

Follow along for answers to all of these questions and more about personal injury lawyers and the host of services they provide.

Civil lawyers specializing in tort law

In Phoenix, Arizona (AZ), personal injury lawyers handle civil cases and specialize in a specific area known as tort law. Tort law includes private wrongs, personal injuries, car accident injuries and other types of injuries resulting from slip and falls to product liability. The main goal of a personal injury lawyer is to help the injured party — in many instances, you — obtain justice in the form of compensation for any losses suffered at the hands of another.

When it comes to personal injury, this most often means cases regarding negligence or intentional harm. Not only will personal injury lawyers seek to help their clients gain monetary compensation, but they will also work to protect clients from other sources of loss and harm that can occur alongside injury.

A list of personal injuries covered by a personal injury lawyer

The following injuries are all situations where a personal injury lawyer may become involved in Phoenix, AZ:

Some instances of personal injury

• Animal bites
• Aviation accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Boating accidents
• Car accidents
• Construction accidents
• Daycare negligence
• Defective products
• Insurance & bad faith claims
• Legal malpractice
• Medical malpractice
• Motorcycle accidents
• Nursing home abuse
• Pedestrian accidents
• Slip and fall accidents
• Spinal cord injuries
• Truck accidents
• Wrongful death

In short: whenever one party harms another, whether in negligently or intentionally, there may be cause for a personal injury lawyer to get involved.

Some examples of negligence are when companies create harmful and defective products, when doctors injure a patient by failing to uphold the standard level of medical care another medical professional would have provided, and when drivers fail to operate a motor vehicle in a reasonable and prudent manner so as to cause an accident.

Another type of personal injury that occurs involves intentional harm. Examples of intentional harm are injuries that result from an assault. Personal injury lawyers are also able to help injured clients obtain compensation when injuries arise from an intentional harm.

How the process of hiring a personal injury lawyer works

A personal injury lawyer is traditionally hired when a civil action is brought against a party — such as a person or a business organization — by an injured person. Injured parties will rely on a personal injury lawyer to prosecute the case to obtain compensation for the resulting injury.

Sometimes these cases can be resolved through negotiation by the personal injury lawyer. If they cannot, the lawyer will file a lawsuit — otherwise known as a civil legal action where the plaintiff sues the defendant to obtain compensation for the resulting injury.

Have you been a victim?

If you live in the Phoenix, AZ area and think that you may be the victim of negligence or intentional harm, it is important to contact a personal injury lawyer immediately. Contact The Law Office of Zayed Al-Sayyed PLLC for excellent service and more information about your legal rights — including how you can gain compensation for your personal injury.

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

What to do after a car accident in Arizona

Car accidents can be both stressful and traumatic. During this time, you are in shock and the heart will be racing, legs and or hands may be shaking, and adrenaline may be coursing through your veins. Despite the trauma that comes with car accidents it is crucial to have an idea of what you need to do in the event that you are involved in a car accident. Here are some tips that you should follow should you find yourself in an accident.

Step 1 – Safety Measures

Although you may have sudden onset stress immediately after the car accident, you must get to safety before doing anything else. If the accident is minor, you will need to pull your car over to avoid blocking traffic. If the car is severely damaged, you will need to put your car in park, turn off the engine, and turn on your hazard lights. In both instances, you should use warning triangles or flares if you have.

Step 2 – Get help and or Provide Aid

Once you have taken safety measures with your vehicle, you should check for any injuries to yourself or the people inside your car. You should always ask to be checked by an ambulance in case you have injuries that you could not detect. Additionally, you will need to call the police. A report from the police is essential in the claim process as it documents the accident and helps determine fault for the accident.

Step 3 – Gather Information

Gathering information is important in an accident scene. You will need to collect the following information:

• Contact information of all the people involved in the accident
• Driver’s license number for all drivers, car plate number, and vehicle description
• Insurance company and vehicle policy number
• Names and contact information of eyewitnesses
• Accident scene address and location
• Police officer’s name and badge number
• Photos of the scene

Step 4 – File a Claim

It is essential to contact your attorney immediately after the accident to discuss and strategize for the next steps of your claim. Your attorney will assist you in filing a claim with your insurance company and advise you on how to further proceed. Since recovering damages in a car accident can be a long and tedious process, your attorney can focus on the process while you focus on your health.

Conclusion

Car accidents can be stressful. Not knowing what to do after an accident can make the matter even worse. Although an accident can have immense effects, you need to take precautionary measures to ensure that you claim all your damages. You should contact your attorney as soon as possible for guidance on how to proceed after your accident.

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

What You Need to Know about Driving Under Influence (DUI) in Arizona

What does DUI mean?

Driving under the influence (DUI) is an offense committed when a person drives or is in actual physical control of a vehicle while he/she is under the influence of intoxicating liquor, a vapor releasing substance, or any other drugs. Law enforcement officers can ask you to submit to a Blood or Breath test if they have a reasonable basis for believing that you are driving or are in control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or any other drug. Where the test shows a blood or breath alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or more, you are presumed to be under the influence of alcohol and can face a number of penalties.

DUI Penalties

DUI penalties include administrative and criminal penalties that vary depending on the facts of the cases, including:

• BAC results;
• The number of convictions one has previously had; and
• The ages of the people in the vehicle.

Standard DUI

First Offense

The penalties for first-time offenders whose alcohol content is 0.08 or more but less than 0.15 include:

• A minimum jail term of not less than 10 days;
• Fines of at least $250;
• License suspension between 90 days to 1 year;
• An interlock ignition device on the vehicle may be required.

Second offense

The penalties for second-time offenders whose alcohol content is 0.08 or more but less than 0.15 include:

• A minimum jail term of not less than 90 days;
• Fines of at least $500;
• License revocation for one year;
• Ignition interlock device on the vehicle

Extreme DUI

Extreme DUI penalties apply to offenders whose alcohol content is 0.15 or more but less than .20.

First Offense

• A minimum jail term of not less than 30 days;
• Fines of at least $250;
• License suspension between 90 days to 1 year;
• Ignition interlock device on the vehicle.

Second Offense

• A minimum jail term of not less than 120 days;
• Fines of at least $500;
• License revocation for 1 year;
• Ignition interlock device on the vehicle.

Supreme Extreme DUI

Extreme DUI penalties apply to offenders whose alcohol content is more than .20.

First Offense

• A minimum jail term of not less than 45 days;
• Fines of at least $500;
• License suspension between 90 days to 1 year;
• Ignition interlock device on the vehicle.

Second Offense

• A minimum jail term of not less than 180 days;
• Fines of at least $1,000;
• License revocation for 1 year;
• Ignition interlock device on the vehicle

Aggravated DUI – Felony 

A DUI becomes an Aggravated DUI when the alcohol content is .08 or more and one of the following occurs:

• The DUI is committed while the persons driver license or privilege to drive is suspended, cancelled, revoked, or refused;
• The DUI is the persons third DUI within an 84 month (7 year) period;
• The DUI is committed and a person under 15 years of age is in the vehicle;
• The DUI is committed while the person is ordered to equip the vehicle with an ignition interlock;
• The DUI is committed while the person drives the wrong way on a highway.

An Aggravated DUI in Arizona is a class 4 felony that is punishable by 1-3.75 years in prison. Probation is available for a person that is convicted of an Aggravated DUI in Arizona. Probation can be up to four years and requires a 4 month term in prison as a condition of probation.

Conclusion

Driving while intoxicated may have adverse impacts on your family and loved ones and may equally lead to the loss of your finances and jobs. If you are battling with DUI charges, then you will need help from someone who not only comprehends Arizona DUI laws but is also experienced and aggressive and can reach a positive conclusion while fighting for your situation.

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

How Long do You Have to Report an Accident in Arizona?

Accidents can happen to anyone and at any time. Although the incident may be disturbing, you should not forget to take precautionary measures. When you get involved in an accident, you should first make sure that everyone in the car is safe. Secondly, you will need to file a report. But just how long do you have to report an accident in Arizona?

How long do you have to file an accident report?

Technically, you are supposed to file an accident report and notify your insurance company as well as your attorney right away. However, the incident can be so traumatic that the question, ‘How long do I have to file an accident report?’ may not be among your top concerns. It is important to remember that filing an accident report is one of the precautionary measures you need to take when you are involved in an accident. It must be done immediately.

How to file an accident report?

Filing an accident report after being involved in an accident requires you to call a law enforcement officer to the scene of the accident. Arizona laws require law enforcement officers to be called to accidents scenes when:

• Damages exceed $1,000;
• There are injuries;
• There is death;
• There is the issuance of a citation

 

You should always remain at the scene of the accident until a law enforcement officer arrives and completes an accident report. An accident report typically has the following information:

• The time, day, month and year of the accident
• The location of the accident
• Parties involved in the accident
• Witnesses
• Description of facts
• Vehicle registration and insurance numbers

You are your accidents best investigator. Filing an accident report may not be enough at times. You should always collect further information, such as photos and video of the vehicles involved in the accident and of the scene.

Can I access my accident report?

Anyone involved in a car accident can access the accident report filed by the police officers by making a formal request. If you are not certain about how to get the report, it is advisable to seek the help of an attorney. Your attorney will not only obtain the accident report, but will investigate the collision and take the necessary steps to preserve your claim and obtain the compensation you are owed.

Conclusion

Car accidents happen to even the most careful drivers. Despite the shock and initial fear that you may be subjected to immediately after the accident, taking certain precautions such as filing a police report can prevent further losses. If you are uncertain of what to do after an accident, you should contact your attorney immediately and get advice on the steps and precautions to take.

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

When to Hire an Attorney After a Car Accident

The Law Office of Zayed Al-Sayyed is no stranger to dealing with clients who have been involved in a car accident. We know that deciding whether or not to talk to a lawyer if you’ve been in a wreck or fender-bender can be a big decision. We want you to be able to make an informed decision so we’re laying out a few of the tricks that insurance companies like to play (and how to avoid them).

At the end of the day, insurance companies are in business to make money, and the more money they pay out to you, the less they have to add to their bottom line. There are several tactics insurance companies may employ to keep from paying you a fair settlement.

When deciding whether or not to hire an attorney after a car accident, time is of the essence. First, there are legal deadlines, the most well-known being the statute of limitations. This will vary depending on your state, but this is the time in which your case must be filed in court. Secondly, there may be deadlines involved with your insurance about the timeframe in which you notify them of the accident.

You will also want to make sure that you are able to preserve evidence from the accident. Quickly hiring an attorney after a car accident can help you preserve vital pieces of evidence that may no longer exist in the future.

Finally, an attorney can help with collecting information from witnesses which can be crucial depending on the nature of your case. While some people may choose never to hire an attorney after a car accident because no one was hurt, it’s still important to be aware of the 3 following tricks insurance companies will use to benefit them and not you.

1. Delay Your Settlement

Insurance companies will delay paying your settlement for 3 main reasons. First, the longer they hold onto your money, the longer they can continue to collect interest off of it. Second, the longer they hold onto your money, the higher the chances you’ll need money to pay for medical bills, debt, etc. They’re hoping you become desperate enough to take a low settlement. Finally, if they delay long enough, the statute of limitations will run out and you will lose the ability to collect any money for your injuries.

2. Pressure You Before You’ve Had a Chance to Speak with a Car Accident Attorney

There’s a good chance you will be contacted by your insurance company or the other person’s insurance company shortly after your car accident. Remember that you do not have to speak to them before speaking to an attorney and doing so may put you in a position where you are accepting a settlement for less than what you deserve.

3. Deny Your Claim

This is a common practice among many insurance companies, and they will find ways to deny your claim and hope that you will walk away with nothing or with a much smaller settlement. Remember, the goal of the insurance company is to make money, not pay you.

If you have recently been in a car accident and would like to know your options, please visit our website at https://alsayyedlaw.com and see if we can help you with your case. We look forward to serving you.

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

How to File a Personal Injury Claim

Whether you were injured on private property or public land, personal injury covers a large range of incidents and accidents. Not only does the location of your injury matter, but also the nature of your injury. Needless to say, no two personal injury cases are going to be exactly the same, which is why talking to a personal injury attorney can help you determine how to move forward with your case.

In this article, we’ll cover the 3 questions you should ask when deciding how to file a personal injury claim.

1. Will an Insurance Policy Cover This Accident or Incident?

Is someone else legally responsible for your injury? If you believe so, one of the first things to do is see if that person has insurance coverage that would pay on behalf of the negligent party. For instance, if you have been injured in a car accident, does the other driver have insurance? If you fell on someone else’s property, are they carrying any sort of liability coverage? You’ll want to find this information out as doing so can help you determine whether or not you’ll be able to recovery money if you are awarded damages should the case go to trial.

Just because you win a judgment in court does not mean that the defendant has the means to pay you, especially if they don’t have insurance or have little to no assets. Additionally, you’ll want to consider the extent of your injuries. Does your own insurance cover your injuries? Were you seriously hurt? Is it clearly the other person’s fault? Sometimes filing a lawsuit against someone who has no insurance costs more than its worth. If, however, it does make sense to file a lawsuit, you’ll want to ask yourself this next question…

2. Should I Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?

If you don’t know how to file a personal injury claim on your own, it makes sense to reach out to an expert. Unless the case is very cut and dry, it’s likely in your best interest to at least discuss your case with a lawyer and see what options you have. On many occasions, clients have been given offers to resolve their claims before they hire an attorney. The offers are typically very nominal amounts of money. Insurance companies do this in order to get a person to agree to give up their claim for the small amount of money. In most cases, a personal injury can secure a lot more money for a client with the proper case workup.

Talking to an attorney doesn’t mean you have to hire one, and many personal injury lawyers will provide free consultations to discuss your case and come up with some options for you.

After talking with a personal injury attorney, you can then ask yourself the final question…

3. Should I File a Lawsuit?

Most personal injury cases are settled before they ever make it to trial. In fact, you don’t need to go to court or even file a lawsuit to collect compensation for your injuries. If the at-fault individual has insurance, you can file a 3^rd party claim against their policy. You’ll need to get their insurance carrier and policy number to kickstart the process, but in many cases, this is sufficient to cover your needs.

If you have recently been injured and would like to talk to an attorney about how to handle a potential case, please reach out to us at https://alsayyedlaw.com/ and we will be happy to see how we can assist you.

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

How Long Does it Take to Settle a Personal Injury Claim?

How long does it take to settle a personal Injury claim is a common question asked however no two personal injury cases are alike, so trying to pinpoint an answer to that question can seem daunting at times. If your case involved minimal injuries and was fairly straightforward, it could be resolved fairly quickly. If your injuries were severe and the case was complex, it could take years to reach a settlement.

Here at the Law Office of Zayed Al-Sayyed, we are no strangers to personal injury litigation. The following article helps outline the typical timeline of a personal injury claim and lawsuit.

Getting Medical Treatment

If you are injured in an accident, the first thing you should do is seek medical attention. Additionally, if you do not see a doctor after your accident, the insurance adjusters will likely assume that you were not injured or your injury was not severe enough to warrant medical treatment. This could seriously hinder your claim for damages.

Choosing Your Lawyer

After you have received medical attention, contact your attorney. They will be able to map out a plan for you so you can decide how to move forward. Should you choose to hire them, they will be able to begin your case and move on to the next phase.

Beginning the Investigation

Your lawyer will ask you details about the accident, your background, and medical condition since the accident. You’ll need to be up front and honest and try to be as detailed as possible. Your lawyer will then gather your medical records and bills for your accident related treatment in order to build your case for your bodily injury.

Negotiating Your Demands

Most personal injury cases are settled long before a court date ever occurs. If your lawyer knows they can settle your case, they will make a demand on your behalf to the negligent party and/or their attorney or insurance company. If your case can be settled outside of court it will take significantly less time than if it has to go to court.

Filing a Lawsuit

If your case cannot be settled, this is when your attorney will file a lawsuit. Now the clock starts ticking for your trial date. Depending on your state and the complexity of your injury case, it could take one to four years for your case to go to trial.

Entering the Discovery Phase

At this time, each party is investigating what their adversary’s legal claims and defenses are. Each party is entitled to request documents from the other side, request answers to questions, and even request and conduct depositions. A deposition is a discovery technique where one side has the opportunity to question its adversary’s witnesses. This is typically the longest process in any case.

Mediating

After the discovery phase, each side’s lawyer will begin talking about settlement options. If they cannot settle amongst themselves, the case goes to mediation, which is where a mediator will work to settle the case.

Going to Trial

If the case cannot be settled out of court, it will go to trial. Trials can last from a few days to a few weeks, sometimes longer. They are often rescheduled and delayed, but eventually you will have your day in court.

There are many factors that go into How Long Does it Take to Settle a Personal Injury Claim If you have recently been injured and would like to talk to an attorney about how to handle a potential case, please reach out to us at https://alsayyedlaw.com and we will be happy to see how we can assist you.

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

How to Find a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you’ve been injured at no fault of your own, you’re likely in the process of figuring out how to find a personal injury lawyer. You are likely adjusting to a temporary or permanent change to your body, dealing with enormous medical bills, and sorting through the trauma of the accident. When you have an experienced lawyer on your side handling your case, you won’t feel as alone. Here are some tips for how to go about your search for a personal injury lawyer.

Look for Relevant, Winning Experience

Every lawyer has their own specialties. Just being experienced practicing law isn’t enough reason to choose a lawyer. It’s vital that you look for a lawyer that has experience with cases that are similar to yours. The more similar their past successful cases are, the better off you will be.

Find Someone You Feel Comfortable With

Some lawyers seem can seem almost robotic. Their clients are treated more like cases than real people. It’s important to find someone that you feel comfortable talking to. You will most likely have a lot of questions during the legal process and when those questions come up, you want to have a lawyer who is ready and willing to talk to you. A good personal injury lawyer will be able to explain the legal process to you and answer any questions you have in simple, easy-to-understand terms.

Your personal injury lawyer should keep lines of communication with you open at all times. While the burden of your injury might be great, the right lawyer who communicates well will make the legal process much less stressful.

Customer Reviews

If there’s anyone that knows what to look for in a lawyer, it’s another lawyer. Maybe you don’t know any personal lawyers, but you can always check out online directories like Super Lawyers and Google My Business. No matter where you’re located, you should be able to get a referral to a trusted legal professional from these sites. The more highly rated a lawyer is, the better off you’ll be hiring them.

Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer in Phoenix

If you are still trying to find a personal injury lawyer in the Phoenix area, reach out to the Law Office of Zayed Al-Sayyed, PLLC. As highly-rated, award-winning attorneys with extensive experience with personal injury cases, we are the best choice you can make. Get peace of mind by hiring a team that will fight for your good tirelessly!

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

What to Do When Being Arrested

Have you witnessed a recent arrest and wondered what you must do if you ever find yourself in such a predicament? 

Well, do not worry, as this article will give you all the information to safeguard your rights if you ever hear the phrase, “you are under arrest.” 

The first thing you must remember is to stay calm, no matter what. Your legal and civil rights can help if you use them wisely. However, let us look at what accounts as an arrest, and what protocols the police need to follow. 

What Counts as an Arrest

An arrest is when a police officer takes you into custody, and from that moment, you are not free to leave. Typically when a police officer arrests you, they will book you and take you to jail. 

However, it may vary in circumstances, such as when you are under suspicion of having committed a crime. In this case, you will be held for questioning but you would not be under arrest. In this circumstance, you are detained and you are not free to leave. 

Always remember, you have the right to ask an officer if you are free to leave. If they say that you are free to leave, then leave. However, if they inform you that you are not free to leave, inform the officer that you are exercising your right to remain silent. Do not answer any questions after that. 

Your Right to Decline a Search Request

So, the first thing is not to panic and stay put, especially if you are innocent – there is no conspiracy going on to frame you like in the movies. However, if you are not sure whether you are under arrest, you can politely and calmly enquire if you are free to go. 

This is a way of asking the officer if you are under a legal obligation to stay. If the officer gives you a “yes,” you should immediately leave. 

Police usually ask for your permission to search you, your property, belongings, vehicle, or home, when they do not have the legal rights to do so. You are never required to give an officer the right to search you or your property. You can decline the search respectfully.  

The police officer may make it sound like an order or a demand. But keep your cool and remember, he can only ask for your permission and cannot search you without consent. However, do not be rude about it; good manners are always helpful in de-escalating the situation. Plus, your demeanor will help show that you are cooperative and reasonable. 

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Do not Resist the Arrest

No matter why the police officer arrests you, whether you are innocent or not, do not contest or fight the officers attempting to detain you. Most importantly, you may end up getting hurt if you resist an arrest. 

Just be patient; if you believe your arrest to be unfair, unlawful, or unjust, the court of law will do its best to determine the truth. Simply put, as soon as the police officer tells you that they are putting you under arrest, this means they will take you into custody. 

Your Right to Remain Silent

You should always remember that you do not have to provide information to officers other than your name, address, etc. You never have to tell officers where you were coming from, where you were going, what you were doing, etc. Just politely let the officer know that you do not wish to speak to him. Do not falsify the information as it is illegal and may work against you in the court of law as an additional charge. 

You have every right to tell the police officer politely that you do not wish to talk to them about anything without your lawyer present. You can also say that “I do not want to speak and please let me know how soon I can have my lawyer here.” 

Things You Must Never Do when being Arrested

So, you know how to stay composed and handle the arrest. However, police can use some minor mistakes against you as evidence, so you must never do the following. 

• Do not talk to the police officer trying to convince them of your innocence. You may end up saying something they will use as a statement. 
• Do not try to run from the arrest. Police may use it as “consciousness of guilt” in court, meaning if you are innocent, why did you try to escape? 
• Do not believe the police officer. It is legal for the police to lie to get you to admit the crime or offense. 
• Do not stare into places you do not want the police to go searching. Remember they have the training to watch your reactions and body language and follow your lead. 
• Do not talk smack or swear at the police officers. This may add charges to your charge-sheet and change a simple misdemeanor charge into a felony for prosecution. 

Speak to a Legal Expert

When being arrested, the bottom line is to wait and speak to your lawyer, even if you have to wait overnight. It is worth the wait than making a statement that may land you in prison. The best way forward under these circumstances is to get legal advice on how to resolve the situation.

by Zayed Al-Sayyed

What to Do After a Car Accident?

Have you had a collision and looking for information on what to do after a car accident? You are in the right place as this post will discuss all details you must focus on when you meet a car accident. Let us dive a little deeper and find out. 

Did you know over 4 million people get serious injuries in car accidents in the U.S. every year? 

Safety Comes First

In case you find yourself in a car collision, safety must always be your top priority. Pull your car on a safe spot by the curbside or sidewalk. Stay calm and put the hazards lights on to alert the oncoming traffic. 

In case you are feeling disoriented and cannot move your car, and have other passengers in the car, take them to a safe distance from the point of collision. Whether you were at fault or not, do not try to evade the accident scene. 

5 Tips on What to Do After a Car Accident

This part is very important as following these tips will help you solidify your position when making an injury or insurance claim. 

• Call the Police as soon as you can

This is the top tip when it comes to knowing what to do after a car accident. Do not touch or move the damaged vehicle from its spot, as this may impact the evidence proving fault in the event that there is a dispute. 

• Note all the Injuries and Always Tell the Truth

Over 2 million drivers sustain permanent injuries due to car accidents every year in the U.S. 

Check for all the injuries carefully, including the passengers. Look around the car for the damage and try to remember them. When the police ask for a statement, be as thorough as possible. Try to report what exactly happened and the injuries to you, passengers, and the vehicle. 

Do not speculate or exaggerate the facts. However, there are chances some aches, pains, and injuries may aggravate hours after the accident. In that case, you can see a doctor and ask them for a medical record as evidence. 

• Record the Evidence 

If you have your smartphone or a digital camera, take pictures of all your injuries and damage to your car. 

• Exchange Information with the Other Car Driver

Mostly, police officers can gather information about all involved in a car collision. However, for any reason, if you cannot get hold of the police, you can obtain this information yourself, including the names, addresses, and contact information of all the passengers and people involved in a car accident. 

Most importantly, you must always ask other driver/s to see their insurance card and note the insurance number for your record. If there are any eye-witnesses on the accident scene, it would be wise to get their information to prove your claim. 

• Seek Medical Help and Maintain a File of All Reports

Call for medical help immediately after a vehicle collision. You can answer the police investigation while getting first-aid or any necessary medical treatment. Moreover, it will help you get all your internal and visible injuries on record due to a thorough examination by the medical team. 

There are chances of you finding out other injuries later during a thorough medical examination and x-rays at the hospital. Therefore, always keep a file of all your medical reports to help make a smooth injury claim. 

The Take-Away

Now that you know what to do after a car accident use this information to your advantage. Always make sure to try to abide by the tips mentioned above. To further protect your rights, it is wise to seek help from an expert attorney to ensure full compensation for personal injuries and damages to the vehicle.