| **Tip: print this page and keep it in your glove box! This information will prove helpful in the event of a wreck.
What
information should I get at the scene of a vehicle
accident?
It is important to obtain as much information as
possible. Before you leave the scene of an accident,
try to write down the following:
· How the accident happened
· Who you believe is responsible
· Time of day and date
· Location of the car accident, including nearest
address and/or cross streets
· Driver’s license number of each driver
involved
· The name and policy number for each driver’s
insurance company
· Names, addresses, and phone numbers of registered
owners of the vehicles involved
· Names, addresses, and phone numbers of all individuals
involved, including passengers and witnesses on the
scene
· Name and contact information for any police
officers at the scene
· Description of the injuries to other individuals
and damage to the vehicles
What should I observe at the scene of an
accident?
Try to observe whether anyone was under the influence
of alcohol or drugs. This information will be helpful
in further investigating the accident and determining
responsibility. Be sure to note if anyone claims responsibility
immediately after an accident, and obtain all necessary
contact information from this person.
What do I do after leaving
the scene of a vehicle accident?
Make sure your insurance company has been notified.
You will be asked to file a police report. Use the
information you gathered at the scene of the accident
as a guide. In certain cases, you may also be required
to file a report with the Texas State Department of
Motor Vehicles. Our staff can assist you in this process.
For more information, contact an attorney today.
How does insurance factor into an accident?
Automobile insurance can cover the injuries and property
damage of you and other drivers. The amount of coverage
depends on what plan you have arranged with your insurance
company. All insurance companies, regardless of your
plan, require that you report an accident promptly.
If you do not report an accident, your insurance company
may deny you coverage.
What do I do after a loved
one has been in an automobile accident?
If a loved one has been involved in an accident,
it is imperative that he or she be in contact with his or her
insurance company and with a personal injury attorney.
If he or she has been injured and is unable to take
steps to preserve his or her personal rights, contact an
attorney today.
What is an at-fault/no-fault accident?
Certain states have voted on a no-fault law, mandating
that each individual involved in a car accident is
responsible for his or her own damages. However, Texas
adopts an at-fault policy regarding automobile accidents.
This means a single driver can be determined liable
for the property damage and personal injury of any
and all persons involved in an accident. If a driver
is at fault, his or her insurance policy pays for
these damages. If you believe you are the victim of
another driver’s negligence, don’t hesitate
to call our office today.
How do I know if I have a
case?
Victims of a vehicle accident are often entitled
to compensation for automobile damage, medical expenses,
lost wages, and other property damage. If you suspect
that an accident was caused by the reckless behavior
of another individual, it is important that you seek
legal representation. There are also instances when
an injury may have been due to a defect in the vehicle,
in which case a manufacturer may be held responsible.
For a consultation about your vehicle accident or
defect case, contact our office today.
Why should I consult with
a lawyer?
Our personal injury attorneys are here to mediate
between you and the other persons involved, as well
as the insurance companies of each participant. We
determine liability by collecting information, gathering
evidence, and building a case for you. We will also
help you document any injuries to you or your loved
one to ensure you receive the appropriate compensation.
Contact our office today for more information.
How much compensation can I expect to recover?
The amount of compensation recovered depends on a variety
of factors, including the extent of damage to your
vehicle and the injuries you have suffered. Our skilled
investigator and team of litigation professionals
will reconstruct the accident to establish all contributing
factors. Our attorneys have won millions of dollars
in damages for personal injury victims. To see if
you are entitled to compensation, call our office
today.
To learn more, please contact the office of Cappolino,
Dodd & Krebs by calling 1-800-460-0606.
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