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Things to Remember After a Truck Accident

Truck accidents are one of the most dangerous accidents compared to motorcycles and car accidents. Multiple researches have shown how thousands of truck accidents take place in the states, leaving victims with severe physical injuries. Moreover, many truck accidents are fatal, considering their heavy load and larger size. 

A truck accident lawyer can help you understand legalities and how you can seek financial compensation for your injuries and damages. 

Collecting evidence is important.

When you are going to file a truck accident claim, the insurance company needs proof of your accident occurring, injuries, damages, and whether the other party was at fault for the accident. Your claim can be denied without sufficient evidence, and you would not be eligible to seek compensation. Therefore, you need to have sufficient evidence and documentation. Here are a few important pieces of evidence you need to collect: 

  • Pictures and videos of the accident scene. 
  • Pictures and videos of your injuries. 
  • Medical bills, prescriptions, reports, etc. 
  • Property damage (if any) 
  • Traveling expenses to the doctor 
  • Additional expense receipts

Do Not Believe Everything Your Insurance Adjuster Says. 

After you file a truck accident claim, the insurance company will appoint a dedicated adjuster to deal with your case. These insurance adjusters will appear to be on your side but remember they are noting everything you are saying and will use your words against you to lower or deny your claim. 

Besides, the insurance adjuster will also try to manipulate you into believing that there is a fault in your claim or even say that you are not eligible to get compensation. However, you should always seek an attorney’s help and avoid falling for their trap. 

Do Not Agree to Sign Any Document Unless You Verify It From Your Attorney

Your insurance adjuster will ask you to sign a medical release which will allow them to access your old medical records. This is done to understand your previous medical conditions and injuries and decide if it has anything to do with your current injuries. 

The insurance company wants to be on the safer side with their money, which is why they will try to find a chance to show that your injuries occurred due to your previous health condition and has nothing to do with the accident. Therefore, before you sign your medical release or any other document, you must verify it thoroughly from your attorney. Unless your attorney asks you to sign it, do not proceed with signing any document on your own. 

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