Mistakes to Avoid After an Auto Accident

Car accidents are one of the top personal injury accidents in the world, but even if the accident is a minor one, the costs can be major. However, it is not always the accident that can cause those involved to have to shell out tons of money, but the costly mistakes they make afterwards.

Failing to Gather Information

After an auto accident, we are not always in the right frame of mind or physically able to gather information from the scene. Luckily, that is what police on the scene are for. After an accident, especially if you are looking to file a legal or insurance claim, be sure to contact the police to get copies of their documentation.

Missing the Statute of Limitations

Most incidents, from accidents all the way to sexual assault, have a statute of limitations. However, when it comes to auto accidents, the statute of limitations is strict and with a short window. You only have two years to file a suit against the liable party before the statute runs out. That seems plenty long, but it can take awhile to prepare for filing, heal from injuries, and actually decide if you want to go to court.

Not Following Up with Medical Care

After an accident, many injuries require immediate care, but other injuries are not always so noticeable. If you don’t cite injuries when you file suit, you will not get any compensation for them. This is why it is important to go to your follow-up exams before filing a claim, so you actually get an amount that can cover all your injuries.

If you have been hurt in an auto accident and want to avoid any detrimental mistakes, contact us today.