Car accidents: understanding your next step.
A car accident claim starts with understanding how the collision happened, who may be responsible, and what the injury has changed in your life. Insurance coverage and the available evidence matter. An early conversation can help identify records to preserve and questions to ask before you make a decision.
Situations we can review
- Rear-end and intersection collisions
- Distracted or impaired driving
- Hit-and-run and uninsured-driver questions
- Passenger injuries and rideshare collisions
Helpful information to keep
You do not need everything on this list to get in touch. Start with the information you have.
- Photos of the vehicles, road, and traffic signals
- The collision report and witness contact details
- Insurance information and claim correspondence
- Medical records, bills, and time missed from work
Common questions
Should I speak to the other driver’s insurance company?
Be careful about giving a recorded statement or signing a release before you understand your injuries and the claim. You can ask an attorney how to respond. You may also have obligations to notify and cooperate with your own insurer.
What information should I keep for a review?
Helpful records include: photos of the vehicles, road, and traffic signals; the collision report and witness contact details; insurance information and claim correspondence; medical records, bills, and time missed from work. Keep what you already have and ask the firm what else may be useful.
Do I need every document before contacting the firm?
No. Start with a brief account of what happened, when and where it happened, and the records you already have. You can explain which documents are still missing.
What should I explain in my first conversation?
Describe the events in order, the people or organisations involved, and how the situation has affected you. Bring your questions and mention any letters or documents you have received.
How do I get started?
Call 800-IM-SORRY for a free consultation or send a request through our contact page. Tell us the type of incident, when it happened, and the best way to reach you.