It can seem impossible to remain calm and think clearly after a motorcycle accident?especially if you were injured. But your statements and actions at the scene and over the weeks that follow will have a major impact on the outcome of your personal injury claim. One small oversight could be all it takes to compromise your case. The Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident attorneys at Englander Peebles can help you avoid costly mistakes and will fight for the compensation to which you are entitled.
Your case is just as important to us as it is to you. Insurance companies will go to great lengths to pay out as little as possible, but we have the knowledge, resources, and courtroom experience to even the playing field and help you enforce your rights. Call us today at (954) 231-1384 to schedule a free consultation.
6 Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident in Fort Lauderdale.
The process of filing a personal injury claim begins at the scene of the accident. Here are six tips to give your claim a better chance of success:1. Call the Police.
Calling the police might seem like common sense after a serious collision, but what if you weren?t severely injured? As a general rule, you should contact law enforcement after any accident because there are times that symptoms will not appear until the next day. If you eventually decide to file a claim, the police report can assist in proving liability and damages.2. Take Photos.
Photos can tell the story of how the accident occurred and will be especially important if your account of events differs from the other driver?s account or the police report. Be sure to enable your timestamp function and take photos from multiple angles that show:- The positions of vehicles;
- Injuries;
- Property damage;
- Skid marks;
- Traffic signs;
- The intersection (if applicable).
