Automobile Wreck: Protect Your Rights
If you are in an automobile accident:
1.> Check for injuries to all involved in the accident.
2.> Call police and request an ambulance, if necessary. Tell the police what happened and make a police report. If the police will not come to the scene of the accident, go to the police station and make a report.
3.> If you suspect drug or alcohol use by the other driver, tell the police officer.
4.> Obtain the following information from the other driver: name, address, phone number, license plate number, make and model of car. Ask for their driver's license, and write down
5.> Look for any and all witnesses and obtain their names, addresses, home and work numbers.
6.> Draw a diagram of how the accident occurred and keep it for your attorney.
7.> Immediately see a physician if you are hurt, or within a few days after the accident.
8.> Before giving a statement to any insurance company representative, contact an attorney at Brown & Szaller Co., L.P.A.
CALL US IMMEDIATELY.
A delay in contacting your attorney may severely prejudice your case and may hamper your ability to protect your rights.