4 Ways to Preserve Evidence from a Car Accident

1. 4 WAYS TO PRESERVE EVIDENCE FROM A CAR ACCIDENT Experts tell us that most people will be involved in a car accident once every 17 years. The likelihood of receiving proper compensation to cover medical bills and lost wages depends largely upon being able to prove the at-fault driver was responsible for your injuries. In this issue, the Law Offices of Ramtin Sadighim will provide best practices for preserving evidence after you have been involved in an accident. Because confusion is common in the immediate aftermath of a car accident, we encourage you to print these steps and place them in your car so that you can be prepared. STEPS FOR PRESERVING EVIDENCE 1.IDENTIFY WITNESSES If you are able to walk immediately after the accident, look around for people who may have witnessed the event. If a friend is with you, encourage them to help you find witnesses. The most important part of this step is to obtain witness contact information, and any statements they can provide about what they saw. 2.TAKE A MOMENT AND WRITE DOWN THE DETAILS while the specific details are fresh in your mind, write down or record the events as best as you can remember. Be sure to include any detail that comes to mind, including weather conditions, whether or not the road was slippery, the reaction of the other driver, etc.

2. What the other driver says is vitally important, especially if they admitted fault or offered you compensation for medical expenses. While the statements may or may not ultimately be admissible in court, they can be beneficial in settlement negotiations. If possible, try to video and/or voice record your conversation with the other driver. In many instances, the at-fault party will change their version of events after they’ve had an opportunity to discuss the incident with other people. Having the recording helps prove what was actually said at the scene. 3.SEE YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE Even if you have only minor scratches, seeing your doctor establishes medical documentation. In addition, because some injuries may not be visible, your physician will know exactly what to look for. Whatever treatment your doctor prescribes, follow it. If you do not, the other driver’s lawyer will find out, and can claim that you actually aggravated the injuries. 4.TAKE PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE SCENE OF THE ACCIDENT Immediately after the accident, take photos of both vehicles, the damages, the street, any visible injuries, etc. If you can’t take the photos immediately after the accident, return to the scene of the incident, and take photographs from a variety of angles. If a faulty traffic signal triggered the accident, for example, it’s vital that you document it before repairs are made. Injuries sustained in car accidents can be life lasting. That is why it is imperative that you leverage the skills of an experienced and reputable personal injury lawyer such as Ramtin Sadighim. As one of the leading Los Angeles car accident attorney, he will make sure your unfortunate circumstance is represented with utmost integrity and persistence for the best possible outcome. For further information or to schedule an appointment please contact The Law Offices of Ramtin Sadighim at 888-999-8744 or visit www.CaliAccidentAttorney.com.