What Information Should I Gather At the Scene of a Car Accident?

If you’ve just been in a car accident, you should get the other driver’s information, get the contact information of any witnesses, take photos or videos of the accident scene, and note down the information of the vehicles involved.

After collecting all that information and then seeking medical attention, you should contact a New York car accident lawyer to help you get all the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

The Importance of Gathering Evidence

Whether or not you hire our lawyers, collecting plenty of evidence helps strengthen your case so you have the best chance of receiving maximum compensation for your injuries and property damage.

After all, insurance companies want to pay out as little as possible. The more evidence you have, the easier it gets to force them to pay you the money you deserve, especially if you have Morelli Law Firm on your side.

Information to Gather at the Scene

If your injuries aren’t so serious that they prevent you from getting out of your vehicle, here’s what information you should collect before you leave the scene of the accident.

One thing to know about us is that we can look for evidence after the fact if you were too seriously injured to gather it at the time.

Schedule a free consultation with Morelli Law Firm if you suffered from catastrophic injuries in a car accident in New York.

Photos and Videos

Photos or videos of the accident scene, surrounding area, involved vehicles, and even the injuries you suffered can all paint a picture of how bad the crash was and may help to prove that the other driver was at fault.

Accident Details

Note down the date, time, and location of the accident, as well as any other details you think might be relevant, such as the weather conditions and how the accident happened from your perspective.

Witness Information

If you can, get the name, address, phone number, and other contact information of anybody who saw the accident. They may be able to provide crucial testimony down the road.

Driver Information

Be sure to get the other driver’s name, address, driver’s license number, and insurance information.

Vehicle Information

Note down the make, model, year, and license plate number of all vehicles involved in the accident.

Seeking Medical Attention

Even if you don’t feel too bad after being involved in a car crash, you should seek prompt medical attention because:

• The shock of an accident sends adrenaline flowing throughout your body, which may mask pain and hide symptoms of potentially serious or even fatal injuries such as internal bleeding or organ damage
• Soft tissue damage and some other injuries don’t display symptoms right away
• Medical records provide excellent proof that you were in an accident and that your injuries were caused by the accident rather than something else

Contacting a New York Car Accident Lawyer

If you were seriously injured in a car accident caused by the other driver, you may be entitled to much more money than the insurance company wants to pay you.

At Morelli Law Firm, we offer free, no–obligation consultations, so contact us today to find out how much your case may be worth and whether you should hire a lawyer or work with your insurance company.

How a Car Accident Attorney Can Help You

Why hire a car accident lawyer after being injured in a car crash? We can:

• Make sure you understand your rights and how much money you’re entitled to
• Collect evidence if you were too seriously injured to gather it at the time of the accident
• Negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf, whether it’s your own insurance company through your PIP plan or the other driver’s insurance company if you suffered a severe injury
• Take your case to trial, if necessary, to get you maximum compensation

How Much does a Car Crash Lawyer Cost?

At Morelli Law Firm, we work on contingency fees so that we don’t add to your financial burden during this difficult time. We don’t charge you anything upfront for our services. Instead, we’ll take a percentage of the money we get for you.

If we don’t get any money for you, then you never owe us anything, so schedule a free, no-risk initial consultation today.

Schedule a Free Consultation With a New York Car Accident Attorney

If you’ve been seriously injured in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, contact a New York car accident lawyer from Morelli Law Firm.

We have more than 40 years of combined experience, and we’ve used that experience to recover more than $1 billion for our clients.

While some law firms fear the courtroom, we live for it. Schedule a free consultation today, and let us get you the compensation you deserve for your medical bills, lost wages, and more.