What to Do After a Florida Car Accident

You are most likely still shaken up from your Florida car accident, but once you have taken care of your immediate medical needs, you need to take steps to protect your ability to file a personal injury claim. To obtain proper compensation for your damages and losses, an experienced St. Petersburg car accident attorney can help you file and settle your personal injury claim.

Preserving Evidence and Building a Case

You should attempt to document everything you can about the events leading up to, during, and after your Florida car accident. Photographs, police reports, witness information, and even the clothing you were wearing while injured can all be submitted as potential evidence for your claim.

Keep notes about all the details you can remember, including the conditions of your travel prior to the accident, as well as how you are feeling after your Florida car accident. An ongoing record of your injuries and how they affect your life can be good evidence when claiming damages. Police reports are also necessary records you should collect and are typically available within 24-72 hours after your Florida car accident.

Dos and Don'ts

When you are involved in a Florida car accident there are several steps to take and several to avoid to ensure you will be able to file a proper claim to recover damages.

• DO seek medical attention immediately for all injuries;
• DO notify police and obtain copies of the report;
• DO get the information of all other parties involved, including other drivers and witnesses;
• DO contact your insurance company and notify them of your accident;
• DO take photographs and collect other relevant evidence from the accident scene;
• DO contact a St. Petersburg car accident attorney;
• DON'T move vehicles from the accident scene unless necessary for safety or required by law;
• DON'T subject yourself to further injury by remaining in hazardous conditions;
• DON'T throw away potential evidence such as damaged clothing;
• DON'T leave the scene of the accident until instructed to do so; and
• DON'T engage in discussions as to who is at fault with anyone, even your insurance company, until you consult with a St. Petersburg car accident attorney.

Consulting a St. Petersburg Car Accident Attorney

Most drivers contact their insurance companies immediately after a Florida car accident. While this is a good idea to establish the claim and begin the process of obtaining a settlement to pay for your medical expenses, you should be cautious when speaking to the adjusters.

What you say during your correspondence with insurance companies may make or break your personal injury claim. Before you speak to an adjuster, you should seek the advice of an experienced St. Petersburg car accident attorney to help you protect your claim. The Law Offices of William K. Saron serve the citizens of St. Petersburg and surrounding areas with their personal injury cases, contact us today for help with your claim - 727-345-4566 or 866-836-4947.