Unexpected injuries can arise from several situations, with one of the most common being automobile accidents. A personal injury lawyer will help you if you find yourself injured as the result of someone else’s negligence. If you want to increase your chances of a successful case as much as possible, follow these three pieces of advice that your lawyer recommends.
- Be quick in seeking legal counsel. The sooner you reach out to a personal injury lawyer, the better. No matter what the cause of your injury was, you’ll want to seek legal advice before communicating with any insurance agencies. Legal advice from an experienced attorney will help you navigate what can quickly become an intense or confusing situation, so don’t wait to seek legal counsel after your injury.
- Be thorough in collecting details. Keep a record of everything relating to your injury. Hold on to medical bills, take pictures of injuries and property (such as car damages in an accident) from all angles, and record any missed days of work. Your lawyer will need all the information you can get to present your case, so be as thorough as possible when gathering information.
- Be honest in providing information. You will be asked to recount what led to the accident in addition to answering many questions. It’s important to always be honest with your personal injury lawyer, as this will allow them to better help you. Don’t try to minimize events or leave out details that you don’t think are relevant. What may seem inconsequential to you may actually be instrumental in preparing your case.
We hope you never have to deal with a serious injury that requires legal counsel, but if you do, turn to us here at Jones, Childers, Donaldson & Webb, PLLC for sound legal services backed by years of experience.