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Were You In an Austin Car Accident? Don’t Forget to Do These Things.
With more cars on the road, car wrecks appear to be more and more common. If you have not already been in a wreck, the odds are that you or someone you know will be in an accident at least once in your life. In fact, you may have already been in an Austin car accident. If you have, here is a list of action items that you should make sure to do:
Contact the police – You may think that your accident is too small to report. However, it is important to call the police and file a report. A police report can be an important document for your case.
Take photos – Photo documentation can also be important for your case. If you do not have a regular camera in the vehicle, try using a camera phone.
Collect information from witnesses – Speak to those who saw the accident and request their contact information. This can include their names, email addresses, and phone numbers.
See a doctor – One of your highest priorities should be your personal health. If you think you have been hurt in an accident, do not hesitate to contact and a medical professional. Even in serious injury cases, symptoms may not always appear immediately—so it could be useful to get examined and checked out by a doctor.
Don’t let insurance adjusters pressure you – The goal of many insurance adjusters is to try to settle your case for as little as possible. They will settle without concern for your costs or pain. Because of this, make sure to not sign any legal documents or provide any recorded statements.
Get a copy of our book for free – If you have been in an Austin car accident and would like more information on what to do, make sure to download a free copy of our book, Texas Accident Law and You: 8 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Making Them.
If you would like to speak to a qualified attorney in the Austin area and would like a free consultation, contact Earl Straight at 512.454.1331.
Earl K. Straight serves victims of Texas car and truck accidents in Austin, Round Rock, Bastrop, Cedar Park, Buda, Kyle, Taylor, and elsewhere in Travis County, Williamson County, Hays County, Lee County, and Burnet County, including accidents on I-35, Highway 1 (Mopac Expressway), Highway 183, and other Texas roadways.
