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The moments after an automobile accident can be a confusing and stressful time.
Above are some tips for what you should do and what you should not do if you're in an accident.
If you have suffered a personal injury as the result of the negligence of a driver, you may have a claim for reimbursement of your medical bills, lost time from work, and/or compensation for pain, suffering, and disability.
Contact an experienced personal injury attorney if you have suffered a
personal injury as a result of someone's negligence.
What To Do if You've Been In a Car Accident
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM:
1. Promptly seek medical attention, and then follow all advice and instruction of medical providers.
2. Take photos of your injuries.
3. Take photos of the vehicles involved in the accident.
4. Take photos of the scene of the accident.
5. Notify your automobile insurance company immediately.
6. Save all medical bills and receipts.
7. Seek the advice and representation of an attorney who has expertise in this area.
WHAT NOT TO DO IN CASE OF A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM:
1. Don't give a recorded statement to an insurance company.
2. Don't accept a settlement from an insurance company without first contacting an experienced attorney.
3. Don't delay seeking and receiving medical treatment.
4. Don't discard any papers, photographs or videos of the accident or of your injuries.
5. Don't sign anything, waive any rights, or admit to any responsibility.
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Steve was hit by a truck. He recovered almost $500,000 without surgery.
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Daniel recovered 20 times the insurance company's original low-ball offer after being injured in a motor vehicle accident.
Chris was in a car accident, awarded $200,000 - a real case.
Fred re-injured his back and neck in a car accident. Insurance refused to pay because they said his injuries were pre-existing. He recovered $180,000.
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Nancy was awarded $2.6 Million for her personal injury case - a real client.
Lupe was awarded over $2.6 Million for her car accident injuries - a real case.
Helen was awarded nearly $1.1 million in a car accident - a real case.
Tim injured his arm in a car accident at work - a real client.
Boris was injured in a car accident with very little damage to his car - a real case.
Stan was injured in a truck accident - a real case.
Dorwana's existing back injury was made worse by two separate car accidents. She was compensated almost $300,000. A real case.
Lori's son was killed when her car was hit by another vehicle - a real case.
Karen's daughter died in a car accident due to the negligence of another - a real client.
Chip and his daughter were in a car accident caused by a drunk driver - a real client.
Rev. Sharyon Cosey was hit by a semi truck - a real client.
John was injured in a stolen van accident. Recovered more than $200,000 at trial.
Nikita was injured in a car accident, but she waited a long time to claim.
Vicky was blamed for the accident that killed her father - real case.
Steve was hit by a truck. He recovered almost $500,000 without surgery.
Gabby and her children were hit by a truck. Their family was recompensated for over $100,000 for emotional distress.
Eli was hit by a bus. He recovered 50% more than the judge recommended.
Daniel recovered 20 times the insurance company's original low-ball offer after being injured in a motor vehicle accident.
Chris was in a car accident, awarded $200,000 - a real case.
Fred re-injured his back and neck in a car accident. Insurance refused to pay because they said his injuries were pre-existing. He recovered $180,000.
Karen hurt her back in a car accident. She didn't report her injury at first. She recovered $200,000 without surgery.
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Rosa was in a car accident, and turned to the Vrdolyak Law Group for help.
Their Insurance Companies Initially Offered $0. Then Vrdolyak Law Group Recovered Over $60 Million!
Vrdolyak Law Group recovered a jury verdict award of over $850,000 for Robert.
Cook County deputy sheriff says that in all the courtrooms he's even been in, no one fights harder than Vrdolyak Law Group!