3 Things You Should Never Do After an Accident

After a car crash, you are probably going to be feeling extremely  nervous and freaked out about the proper steps to take after being  involved in a crash. Maybe you’re concerned about your insurance coverage and whether your injury and/or property damage will be  covered by your policy. You may be concerned about the seriousness  of your injury and whether you had any fault for the accident that took  place. It is important to stay calm during this difficult time. Of course,  that is easier said than done. However, the actions you take  immediately after a car accident can dictate the overall success of any  potential personal injury claim or property damage claim in the future. 

Here are 3 things you should never do after an accident: 

Don’t confess your guilt. You should never confess your fault to the  other party’s insurance adjuster, and especially, you should never  make the mistake of agreeing to a recorded statement without  consulting with a legal professional. In some cases, it is best to wait  until you know about physical damage coverage before even thinking  about giving an informal statement to the insurance company. This  should be considered especially when it comes to car accident cases  where liability is being disputed.  

Don’t skip out on getting medical treatment from a health care  provider. Today, it is getting more and more difficult to get paid out  on an insurance claim quickly and without delay. Even when insurance  companies decide to pay, they will often only pay part of the money  you need to cover the full extent of your damage and injuries. If you  do not get medical attention or wait too long to get medical attention,  your health insurance company may later deny payment on the basis  that you waited too long. Every health insurance policy has deadlines  by which you must obtain medical treatment for purposes of PIP  claims. 

Don’t lie to an insurance company. If you are unsure of the answer to  a question posed by the insurance company, you should consult with  a personal injury attorney who can advise you. Sometimes clients lie  or omit facts, and these lies do not help them, no matter how much  they think they do. Lies cannot do anything but harm your case. 

Speak with a Car Accident Attorney Today! 

We have dealt with nearly every type of personal injury case  imaginable. Not all personal injury law firms in South Florida are the  same. If you are wondering who the right attorney is to assist you with  your injury, there are several factors to think about. Our attorneys are  experienced, have a proven track record of success and they work  extremely hard for our clients. At the Law Offices of Suarez & Montero Car Accident Attorneys, you are never just another file or  claim to us—you are part of our family and your well-being is just as  important to us as if you were our own family. Our car accident  lawyers work with investigators, witnesses, and experts to obtain all  the essential details of any accident to help put you in the best possible  position to obtain compensation for your injury and damages. Our  attorneys are ready to provide proven legal representation in pursuing  your claim and stand ready to protect your rights. We are available  24/7 to give you a free, no risk case consultation. 

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Miami-Dade: Aventura, Coral Gables, Doral, Fontainebleau, Hialeah,  Homestead, Kendall, Miami, Miami Beach, Miami Lakes, North Miami,  Tamiami, and Westchester. 

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