An accident on any Philadelphia street requires victims to seek help, gather evidence, and hire an attorney. It is not common for victims to face pushback from insurance companies or unfair representation for their losses. In other situations, victims face police officers who do not have the time to respond to an accident or may not have all of the information they need. TO protect your rights after a Wissinoming car accident, we put our legal team to work on your case.
The single most important step you can take to protect your rights after an accident like this is to call a Wissinoming car accident lawyer. Our legal team at Kwartler Manus is trusted, experienced, and proven. Let us fight for your rights.
Keep the following steps in mind as you pursue legal action after an accident. You have the right to compensation, but the burden of proof is on you.
Prioritize Your Safety First
Victims of a car accident must prioritize their own safety and the safety of others. That means you should get out of the way of additional injury or potential risk. If it is possible to check on the other parties involved to ensure they are safe, do that as well. Then, do not wait to call 911.
To protect your rights after an accident, especially in business areas like Harbison Avenue or near the American Legion Playground, always seek out the police. Even if you feel okay, having the police arrive at the scene of the crime creates a reliable way to gather evidence. The police are unlikely to show favoritism, but instead to document the details of what occurred at the scene of the accident. That evidence is then usable in a claim later.
However, when the police arrive, there are a few additional tips to keep in mind to protect your rights further:
- Always provide only the facts. Do not provide any speculation on what happened or why it occurred.
- Never make a statement that makes it seem like you were at fault. Avoid statements like “I’m sorry” or “I did not see you.”
- Do not provide any information that incriminates you. Be open and honest about what happened, but refrain from providing more information than is requested at the time of the accident.
By taking these steps, you have some level of protection after your Wissinoming car accident.
Document the Scene of the Accident Yourself
Never put yourself in the way of injuries or the law. However, do be proactive about collecting evidence. The most important evidence you can gather is photos. Take photos of the surrounding area, as well as the damage to the other party’s car. You also want to consider damage from injuries, road conditions, and the weather. Use your video to take a panoramic view of the surrounding area as well. That allows you to get a clear idea of where the incident happened. Later, this information can help you build a strong claim.
Always Seek Medical Attention
Another way to protect your rights is to get to the emergency room as soon as possible simply. If you have serious accident-related injuries, call 911 and let the ambulance take you to the hospital. Do not refuse medical help that is recommended for you at the scene or later. There are several reasons for this.
First, even if you feel okay, that is likely to be adrenaline. You could have internal injuries, broken ribs, or contusions that can develop into serious injuries. By seeking medical care promptly, you minimize the risk of these injuries worsening into a potentially life-threatening complication.
Second, seeking medical attention promptly protects your right to seek fair compensation. The documentation of your injuries right after the accident makes it hard for anyone to later state that those injuries did not come from the accident. Going to the hospital may seem unimportant if you are walking and talking, but it can prove to be critical in documenting what happened.
Call an Attorney as Soon as Possible
Yet another critical step after a serious car accident is to call an attorney. Whether you are involved in an accident with a SEPTA bus in Wissinoming, along the parkway, or along the Keystone Street area, having a lawyer can prove to be critical. Our legal team will protect your rights in several ways:
- We do not let the insurance company deny valid claims.
- We document all parties at fault to make sure you have a clear understanding of who is at fault and why.
- Our attorneys ensure you know what all of your rights are in recovering fair compensation.
- We make sure you file your claim within the statute of limitations.
Set Up a Free Consultation with Us Now
Turn to Kwartler Manus now for a free consultation with a Wissinoming car accident lawyer. Let us investigate what happened and work immediately to protect your rights after a serious accident. There is no cost for a consultation, and we do not charge you anything for our services if we do not win your case for you. Do not wait to get the help you need.